Best Specialneedschildren Podcasts (2024)

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"How Your Gut Health Can Improve Your Life?" 43:26

6M ago43:26

43:26

Gut health plays a significant role in our overall health and wellbeing. A healthy gut microbiome helps with digestion, absorption of nutrients, regulation of the immune system, and even affects our mood and cognitive function. On the other hand, an unhealthy gut microbiome can lead to a range of issues such as gastrointestinal problems, autoimmune…

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How to Get Your Child to Eat Healthy When They Protest Big Time 38:57

6M ago38:57

38:57

As a parent, you want your child to eat healthy food that will help them grow and develop properly. However, it can be a real challenge when your child protests against healthy food. To get your child to eat healthy, it's essential to make food fun, interesting, and appealing to them. You can involve them in meal planning, grocery shopping, and eve…

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How To Advocate To Your Child with Mariam Shapera 23:00

6M ago23:00

23:00

Dr. Mariam Shapera is a family doctor, mother to three, one autistic and recently published first children’s book inspired by him. Advocating daily for her autistic son to allow him better accessibility and to increase awareness and acceptance of autism. Also she love learning from experts and other parents of kids with special needs. Are you still…

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"How To Make Peace With Your Child's Autism Diagnosis" 43:03

7M ago43:03

43:03

In today's episode, you will meet Ashley, mom, parent advocacy coach, and content creator from Charlotte, North Carolina. She has spent the last 8 years as an educator before transitioning to the non-profit sector. Her main goal is to be a community builder for autism moms, letting them know that they are not alone. In her spare time she enjoys lis…

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"Life On The Autism Spectrum" 34:39

7M ago34:39

34:39

In today's episode, you will meet Kaileigh, a mom of a 4-year-old little boy who has 5q15 Chromosome Deletion, Bosch Boonstra Schaaf Optic Atrophy accompanied with autism. She wants to bring awareness and share their life on the austim spectrum. "Why fit in when you were born to stand out." -Dr. Suess *** Do you still feel surreal as parents of kid…

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"The Naked Parenting Pillar 3: The Story" 20:37

7M ago20:37

20:37

Parenting can be a challenging job, and it becomes even more demanding when it comes to raising children with special needs. Children with special needs often face unique challenges that require extra attention and support. They require a different approach to parenting that addresses their specific needs. Naked parenting is a unique quality that c…

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"The Role Of Educators In Advocating For Children With Autism" 45:06

7M ago45:06

45:06

In today's episode, you will meet Barbara. She is a college professor, author, and a mom of a teen daughter who is in the autism spectrum. Her books about dog therapy in educational settings speak about benefits of dog therapy for all children including children with autism. “I am going to take this chance and do things I have never done.” *** Do y…

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"How Typical And Atypical Children Can Interact With Each Other" 40:02

7M ago40:02

40:02

In today's episode, you will meet Tiffani. She is a remarkable single mom on a mission to inspire and support parents navigating the journey of raising a child with autism. With unyielding love and determination, she has faced the challenges and triumphs of parenting her amazing son, who happens to be on the autism spectrum. Despite having family a…

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"The Naked Parenting Pillar 2: The Story" 35:17

8M ago35:17

35:17

Parenting is a challenging role that requires a great deal of patience, perseverance, and love. Parenting a special needs child, however, presents a unique set of challenges that many parents struggle to overcome. Special needs children require additional care and support to help them thrive and reach their full potential, which can take an immense…

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"The Naked Parenting Pillar 1: The Story" 29:53

8M ago29:53

29:53

The term "pillar of parenting" refers to a fundamental principle or value that serves as a foundation for effective parenting. When it comes to children with special needs, there are several pillars of parenting that are particularly important. These may include: 1. Advocacy: Parents of children with special needs must be strong advocates for their…

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"Grieving For The Child We Thought We Would Have As Parents Of Child With Special Needs" 30:45

8M ago30:45

30:45

In today's episode, you will meet Nathalie. Her child was diagnosed on autism spectrum at the age of 2. As all other parents, it was something she and her husband were least expecting. They do not have clue what is autism nor how to support their son. She wasn't coping well in the beginning and battled with feelings of shame and blame for too long.…

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"Self-discovery And Healing Through Parenting In The Neurodiversity Movement" 50:38

8M ago50:38

50:38

In today's episode, you will meet Rabbi Shoshana Meira Friedman. She is a writer, mother, climate activist, and passionate creative in many different media. She has served in multiple Jewish communities, and her writing has been published in various venues including the The York Times and YES! Magazine. Her picture book The Tide Is Rising: A Climat…

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"Challenges Of Early Intervention And Knowing How To Trust Your Intuition As Parents Of Children With Special Needs" 34:40

9M ago34:40

34:40

In today's episode, you will meet Leticia. She is an attorney and an online health and wellness partner. She chairs the Palm Beach Executive Leadership Council for Palm Beach County of Autism Speaks. She's been married to her husband, Laz, for nearly 12 years. They have a 9-year- old daughter, Viviana, who was diagnosed with ASD at age 2. Together,…

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“Finding And Building Friendship Amidst The Difficulties of Raising Children With Special Needs” 28:17

11M ago28:17

28:17

In today's episode, you will meet Genice. She is a mom of 4 with her 2nd child on autism spectrum. She started her own company to take control of her schedule and be available for the kids. She became a single mom at 28 who felt alone and had no guidance. Her career helps her improve her mental health while advocating for other moms of kids with sp…

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“The Struggles Of Raising Kids With Different Needs" 46:52

11M ago46:52

46:52

In today's episode, you will meet Annie. She is a mom of a 2-year-old son who is in the autism spectrum. Together with her husband, they have an adopted daughter and stepson who is potentially on the autism spectrum too bust hasn't been tested. She find the situation overwhelming at times trying to accommodate the different needs of the kids. "Ever…

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“Parents Of Kids With Special Needs: Stop Self-Sabotage And Start Self-Compassion” 33:12

11M ago33:12

33:12

In today's episode, you will meet Colette. Her journey with her son on autism spectrum, make her began the podcast called “Compassion Confetti”. By relating with the audience, she provides self-compassion methods for other moms of kids with autism to add more kindness, tenderness, warmth, love, support, and a lot of humor. She is also a teacher in …

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“Turning Worries Into Opportunities To Create Change In The Autism Community" 25:57

12M ago25:57

25:57

In today's episode, you will meet Heather. She founded Stone Insurance in 2003, delivering insurance options that are tailored to each individual's needs. Her passion for making health insurance simple and understandable for everyone was ignited when her son developed health problems at a young age. It drove her to focus on finding affordable healt…

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“Why Self-Care Is Second To None For Parents Raising Children With Special Needs” 46:16

12M ago46:16

46:16

In today's episode, you will meet Angharad. She is a mom 2, with one of her son, Teddy, on autism spectrum. She run her own Well-Being Coaching business where she help clients (often parents) overcome the overwhelm, anxieties, stresses and demands of every day lives. Her world got turned upside down when her son's mental health took a dramatic turn…

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“Are You A Parent Of An Adult Child With Special Needs Who Might Not Ever Leave Home?” 34:50

12M ago34:50

34:50

In today's episode, you will meet Heather. She is a life coach specializing in kids with special needs and their families. Her own journey started when she noticed there was something off with her daughter and took her to the pediatrician. Through evaluation, her daughter was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability due t…

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“Navigating Resources And Support For Children With Special Needs Through Hope And Resilience” 32:39

12M ago32:39

32:39

In today's episode, you will meet Laila. She is a fierce mom and a number one advocate for her son, Bennett. She shares her journey of navigating resources and support for her child's best future and inspires other parents through kindness and determination. Her story is one of hope and resilience. "Autism is a journey I never expected. But I sure …

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“Healing Through Sharing Family’s Journey With Autism” 50:17

12M ago50:17

50:17

In today's episode, you will meet Latara. She is a wife, a mom, and a grandma. She is taking part in healing the world through sharing her family's journey with autism. "Be present in all things and thankful for all things." *** Do you still feel surreal as parents of kids with special needs? This show is for parents who are mourning the loss of th…

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“Hacked Autism: How Nutrition Plays A Crucial Role For Your Child With Autism” 48:48

1y ago48:48

48:48

In today's episode, you will meet Rebekah. She quit her job and pursue her passion for nutrition to provide the best foods for her child with autism. She shares her knowledge with other parents and discuss key points about nutrition that can benefit children with special needs. "Autism is a beautiful way to see the world." *** Do you still feel sur…

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“Managing Life Between Work And Having Kids With Special Needs” 35:56

1y ago35:56

35:56

In today's episode, you will meet Sally. She is a mom of two amazing boys. Shallym, his oldest, is in autism spectrum. From working to restaurants and shopping malls as a general manager, she decided to transition to working from home to dedicate her time to take care of her kids education and support them with their emotional and mental health. Sh…

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“Saving Our Marriage As Parents Of Children With Special Needs” 35:37

1y ago35:37

35:37

In today's episode, you will meet Kim. She is a wife and a mom of 3, with her second son on the autism spectrum. She discuss how their ways on dealing with their kids saved their marriage and their relationship altogether as a family. Through her experience, she is passionate in helping other moms and caregivers who are feeling alone in this, at ti…

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“Pathway Out To Loneliness, Isolation, And Depression For Parents Of Children With Autism” 34:27

1y ago34:27

34:27

In today's episode, you will meet Sarah. She got her son's diagnosis on autism in 2020 and back then, she felt no one seems to understand. Her circle became smaller which led to isolation and depression. Because of what she had been through, she wanted inspire and remind other parents that they are not alone. She started Iowa Family Leadership Trai…

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"Healing The Underlying Biological Issues Associated With Autism" 38:19

1y ago38:19

38:19

In today's episode, you will meet Tracy. After her son Noah had a severe regression after meeting all his milestones, Tracy spent years trying to figure out what was wrong with her little boy. Once given a diagnosis, doctors said Noah would never lead a fully functioning life, but Tracy knew this was not her son’s fate. Refusing to give up, Tracy r…

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“Finding Gratitude Amidst The Difficulties of Raising Children With Special Needs” 33:20

1y ago33:20

33:20

In today's episode, you will meet Ashley. She is the author of "Maddox the Boy and the Pirate Adventure". She is a single mom to what she call "active, sweet, and wild guy" named Maddox. When she's not writing, you can find her adventuring with Maddox, in the gym lifting weights, running marathons, gardening, reading, and trying out new recipes in …

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Life Lessons From The Host Of The Naked Parent Podcast: Chad Ratliffe Life Story (Part III) 1:01:30

1y ago1:01:30

1:01:30

In today's episode, you will meet Chad, host of The Naked Parent Podcast. As his relationship with his wife began to fail, he lost jurisdiction over his kids and was left to live on the street and be homeless. He sought help from friends and was able to recover. Through meditation, he realized playing the victim role was not helping his situation. …

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“Raising Awareness And Encouraging Inclusivity For All Kids With Autism” 34:23

1y ago34:23

34:23

In today's episode, you will meet Gordana. She is a mom to a 9-year-old boy who is the autism spectrum. She is trying to raise awareness and inclusivity for all kids through her Instagram page and help other parents in whatever way she can. "Be the reason that someone believes in the goodness of people." *** Do you still feel surreal as parents of …

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“How To Feel Less Alone While Educating Others About Autism Spectrum Disorder” 41:33

1y ago41:33

41:33

In today's episode, you will meet Jaclyn. She is a wife and a mom of two girls ages 3 and 4 who are both diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. She's a stay-at-home mom and they live in Northern California. Her passion is to advocate for her daughters while educating others on ASD and all the things that we experience raising our children. "You c…

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"Creating Sensory-Friendly Mobile Barbershop To Provide Haircut Service To Kids With Autism” 33:33

1y ago33:33

33:33

In today's episode, you will meet Ronald. He is a licensed barber who has a passion to serve the special needs community. He has a son who’s 16 and is on the spectrum. They went through difficulty in getting their son's haircut and because of the experience, he wanted it to make it easier for other families with the help of sensory-friendly mobile …

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“Dedicating Work On Advocating For Children With Autism” 24:54

1y ago24:54

24:54

In today's episode, you will meet Danyell. She started working with families of children with autism in 2015. She has spent the majority of her time working in the field of applied behavior analysis and in schools within special education. She recently launched her patient advocacy business, ABA Patient Advocacy, which empowers families of children…

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“Life Lessons From The Host Of The Naked Parent Podcast: Chad Ratliffe Life Story (Part II) 39:48

1y ago39:48

39:48

In today's episode, you will meet Chad, host of The Naked Parent Podcast. When the financial crisis hit the world in 2008, he started getting depressed and resort to using substance. His real estate business was hanged in the balance and devastated. He battled his way to the court after some bust happened. In Part II of his life story, he wants to …

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“Parents of Children With Special Needs: Why Do You Have To Look After Yourselves Too” 27:39

1y ago27:39

27:39

In today's episode, you will meet Kody. He is a Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst living in Los Angeles, California. He has over 10 years of experience working with children and adults, with various developmental differences, and their families. Since moving from Des Moines, Iowa to Los Angeles in 2014, he has worked in the field of Applied Behavi…

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“How To Battle Through Adversity As A Parent Of Child With Special Needs” 33:09

1y ago33:09

33:09

In today's episode, you will meet Olena from Ukraine. She moved to Spain as a refugee from the conflict in her home country. She leave everything behind with her son with autism. Her story did not start in her new home. Her story is way before that. As a mother of a kid with special needs, she battled her way to make everything right. From a confli…

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“Life Lessons From The Host Of The Naked Parent Podcast: Chad Ratliffe Life Story (Part I) 28:21

1y ago28:21

28:21

In today's episode, you will meet Chad, host of The Naked Parent Podcast. As he reveal his journey to us, he pointed to the start of his early life during his sophomore year and how it changed over time. His life experience brought him much of learning how he overcame struggles and learned from them. From sports to traveling around 50 estates in th…

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“Advocating For Our Children Through Sharing Wisdom On Autism Community” 46:19

1y ago46:19

46:19

In today's episode, you will meet Fatima, mom of a son with austism. Despite the odds, she find ways to help her community by sharing wisdom on managing and training individuals who are struggling. Her expertise is well-formed and people believed in her advocacy. She continues the fight for autism awareness and have founded autism project in Pakist…

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“Communication Through Connection: How To Build A Strong Bond Between Parents And Children With Special Needs” 39:56

1y ago39:56

39:56

In today's episode, you will meet Cherie and Alicia. They are both pediatric Speech-Language Pathologists who have a passion for opening the doors of communication for children ages 0-3 with characteristics of autism and those diagnosed with autism. They believe that when parents meet their child where they are, to first create the joy of a back an…

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“How To Deal With Autism When No One Seems Listening” 40:38

1y ago40:38

40:38

In today's episode, you will meet Lisa, who knew early on something wasn't right with her son's speech. He was regressing with his sounds. The doctor seems hesitant to believe this due to the number of children who has the common trait. Through her social media platforms, she is tells stories about autism based on her experience with the intention …

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“Difficulties Of Getting Diagnosis And Raising A Child With Autism” 45:37

1y ago45:37

45:37

In today's episode, you will meet Katera, a mom of a child with autism. She waited for a long time to get the diagnosis of her son. He was diagnosed with level 2 autism with a speech and intellectual delay. Despite of it, she maintained a joyful spirit and want to encourage parents out there to be thankful because the child chose them to be their p…

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“Clinging On To Resources to Survive Parenting Children With Special Needs” 25:36

1y ago25:36

25:36

In today's episode, you will meet Claire, a single mom of Ethan, 6 years old, who is on autism spectrum. He has a speech delay, anxiety, and social difficulty. Claire dig into a lot of research and found a book that helped her a lot, "He's Not Naughty" by Deborah Brownson. She advise parents to take the step one by one and remain steadfast to the c…

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“Working On Financial Freedom While Raising A Child With Special Needs" 31:09

1y ago31:09

31:09

In today's episode, you will meet Debra from Augusta Georgia. Her son was first diagnosed with down syndrome. The expert initially believed it was just some delays in the kid's mental development. But in 2020, he become non-verbal at 4 years old which leads to autism diagnosis. Both Debra and his husband experienced growing up in a family with spec…

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“How To Do Self-Care From The Inside Out For Parents Of Children With Special Needs” 30:04

1y ago30:04

30:04

In today's episode, you will meet Amy from the east coast in New Jersey. She went through 38 fertility treatments and had five losses along the way. She has three children and her 7-year-old is on the spectrum and has been diagnosed with ADHD. It started when she noticed that typically an infant sleeps at least 17 hours but her 2-year-old kid only …

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“Going Through Divorce While Navigating Life With A Child On Autism Spectrum” 40:13

1y ago40:13

40:13

In today's episode, you will meet Kai, mom of a 15-year-old son on the spectrum from Charlotte North Carolina. She and her then husband struggled with their marriage and ended up in divorce. She keep thriving for her kids and inspire other parents to do the same. Fast forward, she has now two books that sells on Amazon. Love Always https://www.amaz…

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“Using Social Media Platforms As A tool To Advocate For Our Child With Autism” 30:32

1y ago30:32

30:32

In today's episode, you will meet Krystal, who believes in the power of support system when it comes to raising kids with special needs. She use social media as a tool to spread positive attitude and mentality on leading life with a child on the spectrum. "It takes a village to raise a child. It takes a child with autism to raise the consciousness …

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“How To Help Your Child With Special Needs Sleep Through The Night” 41:37

1y ago41:37

41:37

In today's episode, you will meet Melissa, a certified Sleep Sense Consultant. She discuss sleep issue of kids with special needs and offer helpful tips. She also do services in Pennsylvania and around the world. Learn more about Melissa: https://www.melissadomansleepconsulting.com/ "The best dividends on the labor invested have invariably come fro…

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The Ups And Downs Of Raising A Child With Special Needs” 24:16

1y ago24:16

24:16

In today's episode, you will meet Doretha, mom of three kids, one with special needs. Early sign began when her son turn 1 year old. She seek for professional help and was told not to compare her child from the other kids. She insisted on having a second opinion and it turned out to be the best decision she can do for her child. Learn more about Do…

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“Autism And Aggression And Ways To Deal With Them” 25:28

1y ago25:28

25:28

In today's episode, you will meet Brittney, mom of two kids from Minisotta. Her oldest, 10 years old, is on the autism spectrum. She described him as a high-functioning and intelligent kid. The official diagnosis came when he was 9 years old. "If he is not giving you a hard time, he is having a hard time." *** Do you still feel surreal as parents o…

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“Coping In The Middle Of Feeling Inadequate As Parents Of Children With Special Needs” 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

26:43

In today's episode, you will meet Seth, dad from Lebanon Oregon. His son was late to crawl, walk, and missing some milestones. At 18 months, he had about 25 words and then develop regression from 18 moths to 2.5 years old. "By Chad Ratliffe

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“Why Rest Is Important For Parents of Children With Autism” 37:43

1+ y ago37:43

37:43

In today's episode, you will meet Jenelle, mom of a 14-year-old Erin who is in the autism spectrum. Early observation Erin's obsession with spinning things in the house. Jenelle's friend, psychologist, reccommend to get Erin a diagnosis. "It ain't about how hard you can hit, it's about how hard you get hit and keep moving forward." *** Do you still…

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