Uniquely Wired Podcast

Uniquely Wired Podcast

By Nany SantanaParentingKids & Family
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Uniquely Wired Podcast episodes

  • S2 Ep#12: Life As An Autistic Adult

    You guys this episode is so special :) 

     

    I was able to interview on this episode my pastors daughter Grace English, she is such an amazing person inside out. I loved her transparency during this episode as she shares a glimpse of her life as an autistic adult. 

     

    Be sure to follow her instagram page and keep up with her life: 

    𝓔𝓵𝓲𝔃𝓪𝓫𝓮𝓽𝓱 𝓖𝓻𝓪𝓬𝓮 (@elizabeth_grace_thirteen) • Instagram photos and videos 

     

    See you on another episode next week :) Thanks for listening!!

    48 min
  • S2 Ep#11: Navigating Autism In Three Children

    Hey there listners welcome back :)

     

    On this episode I have the amazing Amber Arrington sharing how she navigates autism in her three children and she also shares with us all the amazing things she is doing in the autism community.

     

    Be sure to follow her on social media: https://www.instagram.com/autismsavvy/ 

    Her book has recently launched, be sure to grab your copy :) https://a.co/d/dpKiNJR 

    Also, checkout her website!!

    www.autismsavvy.com 

     

    Don't forget to leave a comment, rating and review.

    38 min
  • S2 Ep#10: All Things Speech Therapy

    I am so thrilled for you to listen to this episode :) 

     

    Miss. Katie is my sons therapist and also Eliana's private speech therapist. She has been such a blessing she has no idea, the progress I have seen in my son has been unbelieveable!!! I am forever grateful for her dedication and passion for what she does :) 

     

    On this episode she shares a glimpse of speech therapy, we will plan to do another episode where she dives a little deeper into Gestalt Language Processing etc. COMING SOON!! 

     

    In the meantime please follow her instagram page: 

    Ms. Katie (@communikate.llc) • Instagram photos and videos

     

    Also, if you have any questions regarding speech therapy don't hesitate to reach out to Miss. Katie via email or private message through instagram!!

     

    I hope and pray this episode is helpful!! Don't forget to leave your review!!

    54 min
  • S2 Ep#9: Diving Into The World Of Occupational Therapy

    Ahhhhh you guys, I am so excited for you to listen to this insightful episode!! 

     

    On this episode we dive into the world of occupational therapy, if you are not familiar with what OT is and what are the benefits I encourage you to listen to the full epiosde :) 

     

    Be sure to follow Mrs. Ilana on instagram: 

    Ilana Segal MS OTR/L (@cutie_pie_therapy) • Instagram photos and videos 

     

    Also please check out her website :) 

    Cutie Pie Therapy 

     

    Don't forget to leave your review and comment, thank you again for your weekly support listeners!! :) 

    36 min
  • S2 Ep#8: How To Best Prepare Your Autistic Child For A Haircut

    Welcome back dear listeners!! 

     

    This episode is so insightful to many of us that have autistic children specially those with severe sensory challenges. Haircuts can be exhausting, and stressful for us as the parents but also for our child. 

     

    I know for my son it is A LOT to get a haircut!! I hope and pray that everything Ron and Monique shared during his episode can be helpful to you and your family. 

     

    Be sure to follow Ron and his wife Monique :) 

    https://www.instagram.com/ausomecutzinc/ 

     

    Ron has also shared an amazing resource this is an app that can help your child prepare for a haircut: 

    https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hair-clippers-razor-prank/id1493175729 

     

    39 min
  • S2 Ep#7: Navigating Isolation As An Autism Mom/Dad

    Hey ya'll, we are back!!

    On this episode we are diving into how we can navigate isolation. Let me just say ISOLATION is a real thing!!! And totally normal of course don't stay there.

    I wanted to share some strategies that can possibly help you navigate through those feelings :)

    Be sure to stay connected through social media: https://www.instagram.com/momofausomesiblings/  https://www.instagram.com/uniquelywired.podcast/

    Thank you for the love and support you guys give to the pod weekly, see you on the next episode!!

    24 min
  • S2 Ep#6: Life As An Autistic Preteen

    We are back with another insightful episode :) 

     

    On this episode we have Caleb and his mom Katie joining us. We discuss what it is like to live as an autistic preteen. Caleb also shares some of his challenges in school. I truly pray and hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. 

     

    Be sure to subscribe to his YouTube channel: 

    (1) Mr biker - YouTube

     

    Don't forget to get your copy of Katie's book: 

    Caleb's Kittens: Nagy, Kathryn, Studio, Isla Celstine: 9781737493730: Amazon.com: Books

     

    Katie's email: 

     

    Please leave your comment, review and rating :) 

    29 min
  • S2 Ep#5: 10 Things I Learned In My Twenties | Bye 20s, Hello 30s

    Hey guys,

     

    On February 13th I said goodbye to my 20s and welcomed my 30s!! I learned so much about myself during my 20s and also as an autism mom. I wanted to share with you guys the ten top things I learned in my 20s as an autism mom :) 

     

    TOP 10 THINGS: 

    1. PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE 
  • ADVOCATE FEARLESSLY
  • EMBRACE UNIQUENESS
  • SELF-CARE IS CRUCIAL 
  • FLEXIBILITY IS KEY 
  • CELEBRATE SMALL VICTORIES 
  • COMMUNITY IS EVERYTHING 
  • EDUCATE OTHERS
  • EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE
  • LOVE KNOWS NO BOUNDS 
  • So grateful for everything I have learned, and excited for what's new ahead for me to continue growing and learning. This journey has truly been challenging but also a blessing :) 

     

    Thanks for listening to the podcast weekly, don't forget to stay connected on both of my instagrams: 

    Nany Santana (@momofausomesiblings) • Instagram photos and videos 

    Nany ✨ (@uniquelywired.podcast) • Instagram photos and videos 

     

    Don't forget to leave a rating and a review :) 

    23 min
  • S2 Ep#4: Tips On Giving Yourself Grace

    Hey there listeners,

    Hope and pray this episode finds you well :)

    I want you to take notes on how to give yourself grace this year and really every year as a support needs parent!! Just an FYI, I did already go to my first therapy session and loved it :)

    Write these tips down somewhere visible:

    #1: Acknowledge your feelings

    #2: Celebrate small victories

    #3: Set realistic expectations

    #4: Build a support system

    #5: Prioritize self care

    #6: Learn to say no

    #7: Educate yourself

    #8: Seek professional help

    #9: Celebrate your strengths

    I encourage you to put these into practice :) If this episode blessed you please leave a comment, rating and review!! New episode every friday!!!

    27 min
  • S2 Ep#3: Autism + Rare Condition

    Hi ya'll,

    So excited for you to listen to this episode. What a blessing Marlene is to our community :) she is such a light!

    On this episode she shares her journey as not just an autism mom but also as rare condition mama. This woman is truly inspiring. Be sure you follow her and her awesome inspiring son AJ. Also, be sure to purchase her books on Amazon :)

    https://www.instagram.com/helpingswans/ 

    https://www.instagram.com/amwithaj/

    https://helpingswans.com/ 

    As always, thank you guys for your support in advance! See you on the next episode :)

    35 min

About Uniquely Wired Podcast

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Welcome to Uniquely Wired Podcast! I’m Nany an autism mom to two incredible children, Eliana and Jaycob, a wife to an amazing man, and recently diagnosed with ADHD myself. Navigating both autism…