Best Chris And Sandy Colter Podcasts (2024)

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E120: Ways to Manage Stress + Misophonia 50:18

12d ago50:18

50:18

In this episode, we talk about a tool for managing stress - a great tool for using with our children AND ourselves! Self-care is so important on our parenting autism journey. If we are empty, we have nothing to pour into others... MY STRESS BOOK We also talk about Misophonia and updates from the past few weeks with Bryce. You can subscribe to our m…

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E119: The Power of Words with Our Children AND Reviews 54:55

30d ago54:55

54:55

In this episode, we talk about how our words need to be given thought when communication with our children as well as all people. Words can build up or break down. We also review a children's game designed for special needs as well as a documentary about the ASD Band based out of Toronto, Canada. Both positive reviews - Grateful for the opportunity…

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E118: Conversation with Bryce, Book Reviews, + New Reading Program 37:59

1M ago37:59

37:59

In this episode, we review a few books that were sent to us that may be of interest to our listeners. A Day with Papa Leroy Martial Arts on the Autism Spectrum Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child We share Bryce's new reading program along with some updates from the past couple of weeks before we sit down with Bryce for an i…

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E117: EEG, BALLOONS, and ABA UPDATES 53:55

2M ago53:55

53:55

In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent 24-hour EEG results as well as ABA changes for a new season. Bryce's ABA plan is being updated with more life skills for his age that we will begin to implement at home. We also chat about some "wins" with latex balloons and faster recoveries from recent meltdowns. And, yes, a faster recovery time when …

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E116: SPEECH, SOCIAL, AND LIFE UPDATES 38:39

3M ago38:39

38:39

In this episode, we catch the listeners up with life updates from the past several weeks including Speech, Social, and more. Subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at parentingautism@att.net. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now ten years old. His pure joy makes this world …

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E115: Happy New Year! 8 Keys to Successful Parenting 41:48

4M ago41:48

41:48

In this episode, we chat about some keys to successful parenting that have worked with Bryce including a vision, making changes, following science, advocating, celebrating, and prioritizing health. We also announce our 2024 Parenting Autism Newsletter and share some podcast listener stats. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diag…

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E114: 13 Questions Answered by an Autistic 13 Year Old 44:42

5M ago44:42

44:42

In this episode, weshare thirteen questions posed to a 13 year old boy with autism who ia able to articulate his answers with such incredible insight. These questions along with many more can be found in the book "Why Do I Jump" by Naoki Higashida. We talk about how this insight helps us understand how Bryce may be feeling and how he may be experie…

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E113: How Do We Help Bryce Improve His Social Interactions? 42:06

5M ago42:06

42:06

In this episode, we talk about ways that we are trying to help Bryce with social interactions and all of the ups-and-downs that come with it. It's not always easy to discern how far to push him when he has resistance. His physical safety is our top priority. We also are mindful of his emotional safety and his anxiety. We want him to be comfortable …

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E112: Happy News: BOOK LAUNCH + Heartfelt News: Bryce's Reading Challenges 1:05:25

6M ago1:05:25

1:05:25

In this episode, we announce the launch of our paperback book "PARENTING AUTISM The Early Years". It's available on Amazon to purchase for yourself or to gift to someone who you know needs to read it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKQ4668J We also have a "real conversation" about this past week's reading consultation for Bryce and how we worked throu…

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E111: Our Seaworld Orlando Experience + Special Olympics Gymnastics Competition 49:49

7M ago49:49

49:49

In this episode, we chat about highlights from our recent Seaworld experience in Orlando, Florida. We also talk about Bryce's first visit to Urban Air, an indoor place to play while supplementing his occupational therapy! Both were great experiences for Bryce to celebrate his 10th birthday this week. We also share the ups and downs that took place …

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E110: The Foreward from our Book + A Boomerang Behavior 33:53

7M ago33:53

33:53

In this episode, we read the Foreword from our new book "Parenting Autism: The Early Years" which is in the final stages of being published. Our goal is to have it available to purchase on Amazon when we celebrate Bryce's 10th birthday - October 5, 2023. We also chat about an trigger word from the past that resurfaced this past week and caused a ne…

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E109: New Anxiety Developments + A Good "Autism Doctor" Report for Bryce 33:50

8M ago33:50

33:50

In this episode, we talk about our recent visit with Bryce's "Autism Doctor" along with his latest source of anxiety. We give thanks to the many listeners who have left us reviews and provided encouragement to continue to share our journey through our podcast. Bryce wanted to come onto the podcast to share with the listeners that he got a new iPad …

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E108: Benefits of ABA Parent Training + Two New Reading Apps that are Helping Bryce!! 52:46

8M ago52:46

52:46

In this episode, we talk about new ways to help Bryce with his anxiety and sound sensitivity thanks to "parent training" provided by Bryce's ABA team and his neuropsychologist. We also share some funny stories about Bryce's sneakiness and creative ways to cope with his anxiety. We also share a couple of reading apps that have been very helpful for …

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BONUS EPISODE: Bryce's Request - A Short, Candid Conversation About His Interests 11:50

9M ago11:50

11:50

This is a bonus episode that Bryce requested after we ended episode 107. He wanted chat about some of his favorite things for the listeners. We hope you like it! The link below is available that will allow listeners to support the Parenting Autism podcast expenses as well help with the publishing of our book that is currently with our editor (Paren…

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E107: The Challenges of our Crazy, Busy Schedule + Bryce Shares his Vacation Highlights 41:27

9M ago41:27

41:27

In this episode, we talk about the long list of activities and services that we have to prioritize and schedule as we roll into Bryce's 4th grade season. It is NOT easy at all. In addition to his school education, each activity and therapy also has significance for Bryce. As his parents, we also recognized the importance of scheduling time for ours…

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E106: Our Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber (HOBT) Experience + ADD Regression 42:07

10M ago42:07

42:07

In this episode, we talk about our HBOT experience after 25 continuous hours. We also talk about some regression with Bryce's attention span that we believe is due to allowing gluten to creep back into his diet. The link below is available that will allow listeners to support the Parenting Autism podcast expenses as well help with the publishing of…

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E105: Bryce's Psych-Eval Results + New Diagnosis + Several Major Changes 57:39

10M ago57:39

57:39

In this episode, we talk about Bryce's psych evaluation results along with some significant changes we have begun and will be making in the near future. Bryce also talks at the end of the podcast about his Special Olympics Bowling Area Competition that took place today. We didn't have time to go into depth about the hyperbaric chamber this episode.…

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E104: VACATION PART TWO: Taking Bryce Out of our Bubble and into the Real World 47:57

11M ago47:57

47:57

In this episode, we talk about the second half of our recent ten-day vacation with Bryce. It's been a few years since we took a long trip with multiple destinations. There were a few times that Bryce's questions and answers made us cringe and laugh. We never know what's going to come out of him when he is out in public being exposed to new places, …

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E103: VACATION PART ONE: Taking Bryce Out of our Bubble and into the Real World 57:09

11M ago57:09

57:09

In this episode, we talk about the first half of our recent ten-day vacation with Bryce. It's been a few years since we took a long trip with multiple destinations. There were a few times that Bryce's questions and answers made us cringe and laugh. We never know what's going to come out of him when he is out in public being exposed to new places, p…

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E102: Bryce's first set of Neuro-Psych Evaluations + Teaching Life Skills 52:58

12M ago52:58

52:58

In this episode, we talk about Bryce's first four hours of testing with his new psychologist for neuro-psych testing as well as teaching Bryce life skills. This was recommended by his vision and auditory doctors as well as his neurologist. Our goal is to identify Bryce's strengths and weaknesses that will help guide us to the best curriculum and to…

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E101: Reviews of Books + Workshop and Bryce's Hyperacucis Appointment 1:01:58

1y ago1:01:58

1:01:58

This episode is a discussion about Bryce's audiologist appointment regarding his increasing hearing sensitivity. We review several books that have been sent to us that relate to autism. We also talk about a workshop that we did as a couple with Curated Family Therapeutics. We have both recognized the importance of intentionally making time for ours…

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E100: Celebrating our 100th Episode with Mamaw - A Grandparent's Perspective 1:07:11

1y ago1:07:11

1:07:11

Our 100th episode! We started this podcast shortly after Bryce's 5th birthday more than four years ago. We don't usually have guests but thought having Bryce's grandmother (Mamaw) on the show would be special, since she has two grandsons on the autism spectrum. We also recap our week and some "parent fail" feelings that Sandy experienced. Bryce is …

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E99: March's Highlights including Visit with a Neuropsychologist to Provide Guidance 1:16:47

1y ago1:16:47

1:16:47

This episode is a lengthy chat about our extraordinarily busy month of March! Three doctor appointments: Bryce's autism MAPS dr, his vision test results and new home therapies to help him, and our first visit with his neuropsychologist who will be helping us with testing that will guide us with Bryce's education needs as well as helping Bryce talk …

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E98: Special Olympics GOLD Medal, Medical Grants, and County Fair Surprises 34:00

1y ago34:00

34:00

This episode is a chat about Bryce's Special Olympic State experience for basketball. We talk about a couple of grants that we have been granted that have been very helpful for medical out of pocket expenses. Lastly, we also talk about our recent visit to our county fair and how Bryce surprised us again with his ride choices. We briefly mentioned B…

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E 97: Bryce's New Diagnosis - Auditory Processing Disorder 49:48

1y ago49:48

49:48

This episode is a chat about Bryce's results from his recent auditory testing at the Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. Bryce endured three hours of audio testing that confirmed that Bryce has an auditory integration deficit. We talk about how this resulted in poor testing results with his recent speech evaluation as well as recommende…

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E96: Bryce's Vision and Audio Testing Appointments 47:31

1y ago47:31

47:31

This episode is a chat about Bryce's recent vision and audio appointments at the Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. He had two different vision appointments that totaled five hours of testing. He also had three hours of audio testing. It was very extensive testing that has already shed light on some areas that need more development in …

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E95: Bryce's First Cavity Filling and Tooth Extraction at the Dentist 32:27

1+ y ago32:27

32:27

This episode is a chat about Bryce's first cavity filling and tooth extraction at the dentist's office. We also provide an update on Chris' recent foot surgery and some other highlights from the past week. Bryce joins us to answer three more questions for the listeners. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at…

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E94: New Year! New TACA Conference Information + New Leads to Help Bryce 46:18

1+ y ago46:18

46:18

This episode is a chat about information that we wanted to share with our listeners from the most recent 2022 TACA conference. We have some new leads for helping Bryce with his audio sensitivity and his vision. Appointments are in place for later this month as we continue to seek ways to help our boy with his deficits and struggles. Bryce is a funn…

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E93: Call or Text Us! + Increased Sensitivity to Loud Sounds + Christmas Activities 1:11:24

1+ y ago1:11:24

1:11:24

This episode is a chat about Bryce's increase of sensitivity to loud sounds. We also chat about taking Bryce outside of his "safety bubble" during the holiday season for Christmas activities and Special Olympics activities. Our new dedicated Parenting Autism phone line has been activated, so we share that information with the listeners. Bryce is a …

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E92: Bryce's Follow Up MAPS Dr. Visit, the Hyperbaric Chamber, and Special Olympics 46:18

1+ y ago46:18

46:18

This episode is a chat about Bryce's follow up visit to his autism doctor and another dive into the hyperbaric chamber. We also talk about the Jacksonville Zoo, Special Olympics, and our first Briteline train ride. Bryce also answers some questions for us in the studio. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at…

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E91: Listening to Bryce Speak about His Top Three Worries 35:47

1+ y ago35:47

35:47

This episode features a conversation between Chris and Bryce about Bryce's top three worries. We have seen a significant spike in Bryce's anxiety the past few weeks along with some concerning behaviors. We think we may have found out one of the reasons for the change and happy to say that it has been much better this past week. Parenting autism kee…

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E90: Bryce Celebrates "NINE" + First Helicopter Flight 42:29

1+ y ago42:29

42:29

This episode is a reflection on how much Bryce has improved the past year as we celebrate his 9th birthday! We catch the listeners up on what's been happening at the Colter Hotel the past several weeks - including an interview with Bryce! Chris is still recovering from foot surgery. We had a couple of weeks away with his family who visited from Mar…

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E89: Our Visit with Bryce's New Autism / MAPS / Functional Medicine Doctor 47:13

1+ y ago47:13

47:13

This episode is a conversation about our visit to Bryce's new autism doctor. This type of doctor is also referred to as a MAPS doctor (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs), or a Functional Medicine doctor. Our first autism doctor experience helped us achieve our goals for Bryce. After a difference of opinion for the next steps and a bit of a…

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E88: Our Amazing "Deliver the Dream" Autism Family Retreat 1:15:19

1+ y ago1:15:19

1:15:19

This episode is a conversation about our recent weekend retreat with the Deliver the Dream and other autism families. We are humbled and honored that we were selected to be the guests of this incredibly kind and loving organization. It was such a beautiful opportunity to meet other autism families and share laughter, tears, our stories, and suggest…

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E87: Helping Bryce with Developing Friendships 57:55

2y ago57:55

57:55

This episode is a conversation about a listener's recent questions about helping Bryce develop friendships. We also talk about a new ASD school curriculum that Bryce seems to really like for reading. We are certainly grateful for all of his progress during the past six years and know that development will continue come in Bryce's timing (and more s…

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E86: How We Respond to People Who do not Understand our Autism World 58:03

2y ago58:03

58:03

This episode has a conversation with Bryce about our recent vacation and his game, Animal Crossing. We also have a discussion about a listener's recent questions about handling situations with other parents who may be insensitive or don't understand our autism journey. We are certainly grateful for all of his progress and know that development will…

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E85: Working through Anxiety Behaviors and Delayed Language/Comprehension 1:04:05

2y ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This episode is a discussion about the how we are seeing progress with Bryce's anxiety with balloons and thunderstorms while dealing with new anxiety of supply shortages. We also talk about how we are seeing his deficits in language and comprehension as Bryce is working with a new 3rd grade curriculum as well as more advanced conversation topics wi…

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E84: A Season of Change (MAPS Doctor, RBT, Supplements, Equine Therapy) 49:39

2y ago49:39

49:39

This episode is a discussion about the highs and lows of April with Bryce's autism. We've made some changes to supplements and his therapy schedule. We also made a big decision to change autism (MAPS) doctors. Bryce also finished 2nd grade and will begin 3rd grade on May 2nd, 2022. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed wi…

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E83: ABA Changes (Again) ... New RBT and New Plan 44:33

2y ago44:33

44:33

In this episode we chat about recent changes with Bryce's ABA RBT and some of the new plan goals we will be working on together. His new plan has a strong emphasis on conversations and social interactions along with some other important life skills and safety measures. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at …

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E82: Bryce's Most Recent Brain MRI Images + A Heartfelt Discussion about Healing 51:01

2y ago51:01

51:01

In this episode we go into detail about Bryce's recent brain MRI images and our joint decision to defer seizure medication for new. We also have a heartfelt discussion about healing which is a sensitive topic and can be controversial. We are not shy about our relationship with Christ on our podcast and our efforts to help Bryce understand the impor…

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E81: Bryce's Brain MRI Experience + Young Eagles Aviation Program 42:59

2y ago42:59

42:59

In this episode we go into detail about Bryce's recent brain MRI experience at Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital in Orlando, FL. We will get results next week and discuss them in our next episode. We also talk about the Orlando Science Center, Bryce's airplane flight with the Young Eagles organization, and other fun adventures from the past two wee…

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E80: EEG Results Discussed + Tip for Brushing Teeth 40:26

2y ago40:26

40:26

In this episode we go into detail about Bryce's latest EEG results after our discussion with his Neurologist's office. We also talk about the one thing that has really helped Bryce with brushing his teeth. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and is now eight years old. His pure joy makes this worl…

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E79: Our Sad and Shocking News: Bryce is Having Seizures Again 30:33

2y ago30:33

30:33

This episode is a discussion about the results of of Bryce's recent EEG showing abnormal activity with seizures while sleeping in the right temporal lobe of his brain. This is a different area from his brain bleed and original seizures which was the area of our concern. Our decision to get a current EEG and MRI with a new pediatrician turned out to…

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E78: Breakthroughs into Bryce's Thought Process with Him Answering "WHY" Questions! 47:10

2+ y ago47:10

47:10

This episode is a discussion about recent major breakthroughs into Bryce's thoughts. He told us his top fears. He told us WHY he gets SO UPSET when someone tells him to be quiet. He told us why it's hard for him to write sentences. While we know there are more underlying reasons as to why he processes information this way, this information from him…

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E77: Regression, Progress, Increased Vocabulary, New Doctors & Treatments 55:03

2+ y ago55:03

55:03

This episode is a discussion about how we deal with regression and celebrate progress. We also talk about the continuous pursuit of medical assistance for Bryce's brain and his gut. It's never ending but takes on different forms for Bryce. We are making adjustments for supplements as we monitor bloodwork and behaviors. We also got established with …

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E76: Making Decisions: Tug of War with the Head and the Heart 55:01

2+ y ago55:01

55:01

This episode is a discussion about the challenges of taking Bryce to new social spaces with peers outside of our "comfort zone". Our challenge appears to be more about helping Bryce learn how to react to upsetting, unfamiliar environments than to engage with others. We continue to see and hear improvements with language, comprehension, and behavior…

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E75: Our New Season: Age Eight (8) and MANY Updates 51:42

2+ y ago51:42

51:42

This episode is a discussion about our first few weeks in this new season of ages 8-12. We have had more experiences out in public with some unpredictable interactions between Bryce and others. We talk about the progress we continue to see with our diet and supplement changes. It seems like so much has happened in the past five weeks since we last …

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E74: Our First Visit to an Autism Doctor 1:00:56

2+ y ago1:00:56

1:00:56

This episode is a discussion about our first visit to an autism functional medicine doctor in South Florida. Bryce was described as a "complicated case" due to his brain bleed and not really knowing how that may still be affecting him. We came home with a modified plan of supplements and will continue to closely monitor his diet with restrictions f…

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E73: Bryce's BIG Breakthrough: The Benefits of Being Upside Down!! 1:01:06

2+ y ago1:01:06

1:01:06

This episode is a discussion about recent developments the past month including a BIG breakthrough for Bryce! Who knew being UPSIDE DOWN would help his brain so much? We chat about our vacation experiences, including The Ark Encounter. We also talk about Bryce's recent social interactions, as well as the importance of ALL us expressing our emptions…

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E72: Occupational Therapy: Proprioception (Muscle) and Vestibular (Movement) Senses 1:07:17

2+ y ago1:07:17

1:07:17

This episode is a discussion about two of our seven sense that they didn't teach us in school! We are learning how Bryce's Proprioception (Muscle) and Vestibular (Movement) Senses are contributing to our current autistic behavior concerns. Our diet changes have removed the fog and INCREASED his movement! We are learning ways to help regulate these …

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