This week, we spoke with Peter Sullivan about EMFs and how this toxin can have detrimental effects on our health and, more specifically, our highly sensitive children. Peter derives his expertise from his own experiences as a parent and his career in the tech industry. He is the founder of Clear Light Ventures, whose mission is to improve human health and performance by removing widespread environmental health threats. Throughout our discussion, Peter shares some easy ways parents can determine ...
Nov 19, 2020•42 min•Ep. 22
In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Lawrence Rosen, our integrative pediatrician, from early in our journey. We discuss why the best outcomes come from a true partnership with your doctor. It’s so important that your doctor take the time to really understand your child and for them to have the curiosity to uncover what could be most helpful in their wellness journey. With that said, he believes that the most vital thing a parent can do is trust their own intuition when it comes to the health of ...
Nov 12, 2020•35 min•Ep. 21
We interviewed Patty Lemer about her step-by-step plan for parents to help their child - the key point is that the order you do things really matters. It’s important to lay a strong foundation so therapies that address speech and language will be most beneficial. Patty believes that the first step parents should take is to remove the bad and add in the good. The bad can be anything from environmental factors to toxic relationships, while the good can be noticing that your child responds well to ...
Nov 05, 2020•43 min•Ep. 20
This week, we are joined by Beth Lambert, founder and executive director of Epidemic Answers, a non-profit organization whose vision is a world where parents and professionals are empowered with the knowledge, resources, and support essential to raising healthy and vibrant children in today’s world. In this episode, we discuss the importance of looking back at the entirety of your child’s life (as far back as pre-conception) for clues or as Beth mentions bread crumbs that help bring awareness on...
Oct 29, 2020•39 min•Ep. 19
This week, we interview Dr. Dan Peters, who conveys how a parent’s degree of awareness impacts so many aspects of parenting. And with greater awareness, so much more is possible - a stronger and happier relationship with your child. Dr. Dan walks us through how to find the courage to ask the important questions to help us show up better for our children. He explains what a child needs most from their parent and how it encapsulates what the Parent Footprint is all about. To ensure that we’re givi...
Oct 22, 2020•43 min•Ep. 18
In this episode, we are joined by Bruce Kirkby, the author of the new book Blue Sky Kingdom. Blue Sky Kingdom is the epic journey he took with his family. The journey was the ultimate unplug. They traveled from their home in Canada to the Himalayas of Northern India where he and his family lived at a Buddhist Monastery. Bruce shares the wisdom he learned and how acceptance and sincere attention to his child are the greatest gifts. Parents of a child with Autism are often focused on fixing their ...
Oct 15, 2020•45 min•Ep. 17
This week, Dr. Stephen Cowan is back for the last episode in our three-part series and this week it’s all about the importance of curiosity . Parents with curiosity and self-trust you will find answers over time. You Don't Know YET but stay curious and see what happens. Curiosity leads to understanding, and understanding is the ground floor of The Cosmic Snowman. As parents, you want to foster a sense of openness with everyone who interacts with your child. That includes practitioners, therapist...
Oct 08, 2020•15 min•Ep. 16
This week, Dr. Stephen Cowan is back and in this episode, he shares the wisdom of The Cosmic Snowman . The Cosmic Snowman is truly a Roadmap for a greater connection for yourself and your child with autism. He uses a model called the Cosmic Snowman which is the evolutionary design of our neurologic system. It links our mind and body's functions and how it relates to healing and true connection. Click here to download a PDF of this visual map - it will really help you follow along with the discus...
Oct 01, 2020•51 min•Ep. 15
In this episode, Len and Cass interview Dr. Stephen Cowan and discuss the secret that your child with Autism is your teacher. Dr. Cowan talks about the importance of looking at the "how" as opposed to the "why" when supporting your child with Autism, as this allows you to focus on the unique gifts in your child. This is a cornerstone of keeping a growth mindset. On the other hand, a fixed mindset tends to isolate symptoms or takes the symptoms out of context rather than looking at them within a ...
Sep 24, 2020•20 min•Ep. 14
In this episode, we discuss the importance of parents remaining curious about why their child is doing what they are doing. And how it’s important to find doctors and therapists who are curious about your child as well. Raising a child with Autism is a journey of figuring out the unknowns. Parents fail to realize that finding the answers that are right for your child starts with you and the people surrounding your child being open to learning and adapting to their unique needs. Instead of becomi...
Sep 17, 2020•24 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, Cass discusses creative ways to help parents get high quality, nourishing food into even stubborn, picky eaters. We know how challenging it can be to feed your picky eaters, but we wanted to take the time and offer some hope that it is completely possible to feed your child with Autism healthy and nutrient-dense food that will help them thrive. The key here is becoming a detective for your child, and that is what we’re discussing today. It’s essential to first discuss the food g...
Sep 10, 2020•21 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, We talk about how children with Autism are drawn to nature. Nature doesn't judge. Nature accepts everyone as they are and it’s a place to feel safe and loved. It’s so important for parents with their child to get outside more and tap the power of nature. The secret is that we all thrive in nature, especially children. We first discovered this while living in NYC. Whenever we took our son out to local parks, he would just become totally immersed in his environment. He was a compl...
Sep 03, 2020•19 min•Ep. 11
In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, we reveal ten commitments that a parent can make to help them have a smoother and more successful journey to help their child with Autism. Parents react in various ways after hearing that their child was diagnosed with Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Some are excited to finally have some answers, while others may be feeling shell shocked. There’s no 'right' response, but we have found that there are some beneficial habits that parents can commit t...
Aug 27, 2020•27 min•Ep. 10
In this episode of Autism Parenting Secrets, we take a deep dive into how the word 'should' can make a hard journey even harder. We want parents to do things because they 'choose' to not because they 'should.' It is so easy to feel pressure to do things that others expect. But when you commit to helping your child with Autism heal, this pressure can do way more harm than good. It puts enormous weight on your shoulders to meet specific guidelines and benchmarks that, in the long run, don't really...
Aug 20, 2020•21 min•Ep. 9
Welcome back to another episode of Autism Parenting Secrets. In this episode, we’re discussing a secret weapon you need in your healing toolkit. Food! The truth is, food matters so much more than you think. Tune in as we examine the gut and brain connection and how it can relate to your child with Autism. Early on Len and I thought we were eating healthy. But after our son was diagnosed with autism, what we thought was healthy, really wasn’t. We had heard a lot of buzzes about a variety of diets...
Aug 13, 2020•22 min•Ep. 8
Becoming the parent you truly want to be begins with taking care of YOU. In this episode, we discuss the importance of parents caring for themselves. Many parents of a child with autism focus on only their child and ignore their own self-care. Often, they’ve been carrying around detrimental mindsets and beliefs that work against the progress they are trying to make. Don’t let that be you. Self-care is not selfish. Actually, the opposite is true. The better you care for your own wellbeing the bet...
Aug 06, 2020•25 min•Ep. 7
Welcome back to another episode of Autism Parenting Secrets. Today's episode is about one simple truth. The greatest gift you can give your child is stronger, more capable, and more resilient you. The secret is that you must transform first. We didn’t know this secret early on in our own journey. After our son’s diagnosis, we were immediately fixated on how we were going to “fix” him. At the time, we were not looking internally at all. Our life was a flurry of doctor’s visits and meetings with s...
Jul 30, 2020•20 min•Ep. 6
Today's episode is about revealing that even if your child has a diagnosis that doesn't define them, judging them just doesn't help. The secret is your child not broken. We go deep on the concept that judging your child as 'broken' doesn't help you support them. Parents can accept their children as they are and move with determination to support them as best they can. We've broken down the path of helping your child into five actionable steps. They are comprised of beliefs and messaging that you...
Jul 23, 2020•29 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, we’re talking about the external objections to being a Warrior Parent. When we make missteps on the path to becoming a warrior parent, it’s often because we’ve allowed someone to derail us. Today, we’re giving you the actions to take to avoid that! Did you know that you are completely unstoppable? It’s true! The reality is, no one can get in your way unless you allow them to. We often get caught up in the “shoulds” of life. When you have a child with Autism, you quickly learn th...
Jul 16, 2020•27 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, we teach you how to confidently step in your new role as a warrior parent. Being a warrior parent is not something you need a degree for. All you need is to trust yourself and believe that you are what is best for your child. Knowing when to trust your own instinct over advice from a professional is challenging. You are battling with what you feel and what you are told. I am going to share one of the first moments I gave into what I felt. It was something as simple as sitting on...
Jul 10, 2020•27 min•Ep. 3
Let’s talk about what it means to be a warrior parent and how that transformation means BIG WINS for your child with autism. You may be wondering, what exactly is a warrior parent? So, let’s clear that up now. It’s a parent that is always… being the best that they can be taking courageous action and navigating the day to day with skill, proficiency, and ease They refuse to stay stuck and are determined to overcome any obstacle that is in the way of the life they want for their child. A warrior p...
Jul 09, 2020•19 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the very first episode of Autism Parenting Secrets. If you are listening, you are already taking the first steps to be a warrior for your child, and we thank you for being here. Each week, we’re going to share our personal experiences and experiences coaching other autism parents, to be a resource when it feels like no one else understands. This episode is all about you getting to know us and our story. We are the lucky parents of Ry, who was diagnosed with Autism at 18 months old. Th...
Jul 08, 2020•29 min•Ep. 1
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