Parenting or working with neurodivergent children, teens, or young adults? Join us Jason Grygla, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Founder and Director of NeuroDev, a specialized mentoring program for neurodivergent young adults, and Debbie Grygla, Certified Parent Coach as we share practical tools, expert insights, and personal experiences to help you better support neurodivergents and foster their growth, development, and emotional well-being.
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Confidently Autistic Podcasts
Antoinette Freedgood is a certified life coach empowering parents of autistic children. Using empathy, personal experience, and proven strategies, she helps families confidently navigate autism, celebrating strengths and fostering growth, resilience, and positive change for both children and parents.
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Dr. Angela Lauria is the founder of Difference Press, a home for consultants and other experts committed to writing books that make a difference. She has a PhD in Communications from the European Graduate School and an M.A. and B.A. in Journalism from The George Washington University. In the last few years she has published over 1500 bestsellers in a row, 90% from first-time authors. But most importantly her authors have collectively influenced over millions of readers around the world. Ange ...
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Do you suspect you’re on the spectrum, self-identity as Autistic, are pursuing/have received a late diagnosis of Autism — or anywhere inbetween — and feeling challenged by Autism? Then Live Confidently Autistic: the podcast is the podcast you should be listening to! Live Confidently Autistic: the podcast is the podcast for Autistic adults created by a late diagnosed Autistic adult, the confident Autistic aka Chris Mitchell a multi-certified confidence life coach. Live Confidently Autistic: t ...
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Not every doctor dreams of climbing the traditional ladder. Some dream of building their own. Doctors Making a Difference, hosted by Dr. Peter Crane, tells the stories we rarely hear, of physicians who dared to ask, “Is this all there is?” and then changed their lives to answer it. These are the moments after burnout, after bureaucracy, after sacrifice. When purpose called louder than protocol. Each week, listeners meet doctors who stepped off the expected path—into roles as entrepreneurs, a ...
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Two people, one has been recently diagnosed and the other for over 7 years. They talk about life on the spectrum and the things everyone with Aspergers deal with on a regular basis.
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We all deserve a life of joy and fulfillment, but for many of us that joy feels elusive. We've checked off all the boxes and done all the the things that the blueprint of life says should make us happy, and yet - no joy. Turns out, being happy isn't about following society's blueprint, but about creating our own blueprint for what we want out of our lives and taking action to make that happen. For us to embrace that opportunity, we first have to let go of other people prescriptions for our l ...
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Confidently Autistic: Dr. Mary Doherty on Neurodiversity in Medicine
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1:02:53In this compelling episode, we sit down with Dr. Mary Doherty—an anesthesiologist from Ireland who brings both professional expertise and lived experience as an autistic and ADHD-diagnosed individual. A powerful advocate for neurodiversity, Dr. Doherty challenges the disease-based model of autism and instead embraces a strengths-based, identity-aff…
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The Impact of Helicopter Parenting on Neurodivergent Growth with Jason
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16:44When your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult struggles to regulate, follow through, or move forward—what are you supposed to do? Most parents step in (because they have to). You remind. You coach. You arrange the therapy appointments. You micromanage the hard stuff. Over time, this becomes your default mode. But what happens when the suppor…
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The Secret to Solving Any Problem (Even the Overwhelming Ones). Autism
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11:10Hey, beautiful autism parents, today’s episode is a gentle game-changer. We’re talking about something that might just shift how you approach every challenge on this journey… whether it’s meltdowns, endless appointments, school struggles, or the quiet weight of “what if?” What if the real problem… isn’t actually the problem? Join me as I guide you …
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Interviewing From the Shores of Lake Victoria: Medicine, Mission, and Meaning in Uganda
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50:48Today’s episode is a field recording from Uganda - complete with birdsong, village sounds, and the unmistakable energy of meaningful work. At the start of June 2025, Dr. Peter Crane joined a medical service team partnering with Child2Youth Foundation, a grassroots Ugandan organization that’s been transforming lives through education, clean water, a…
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Welcome back, friend. I'm so glad you're here with me today because we’re diving into something I hear all the time from parents: “It’s just one of those hard days.” You know the kind… Three meltdowns before breakfast. A call from the school. Therapy canceled last minute. Coffee down your shirt. And it’s not even 10am. But what if — just what if — …
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They Know What to Do- Why Don’t They Do It? with Debbie
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18:07If your child “knows what to do” but doesn’t do it, this episode will help you see the deeper story behind that pattern. We’ll break down why “knowing” and “doing” are not the same, especially in a stressed, overwhelmed, or neurodivergent brain. And you’ll start to see how practicing Neuro-Developmental Mentoring can help build the real-life applic…
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Stroke at 42: How Dr. Shaiba Ansari-Ali Returned to Medicine and Redefined Patient Care
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44:17Dr. Shaiba Ansari-Ali had it all dialed in—her dream job in rheumatology, a clinic she loved, and a life she had carefully crafted to balance medicine and motherhood. Then, at just 42 years old, a basilar artery stroke stopped everything. In this gripping and inspiring episode, Dr. Ansari-Ali walks us through the moment her world turned upside down…
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Setting Priorities – How to Reclaim Time and Clarity
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12:41Feeling like there’s never enough time in the day? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt episode, Antoinette dives into one of the most common struggles among autism parents (and honestly, all of us): feeling stretched too thin. With honesty and warmth, she unpacks the truth about time - it’s not always about doing more, but about doing what matters …
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The Mental Load No One Talks About: Parenting on Overdrive with Debbie
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14:41If you’re the one who remembers everything and keeps everyone on track, you’re not alone. And you’re not wrong for stepping in. But if it’s starting to take a toll, this episode will help you understand why and how things can change. We’re talking about the invisible mental load of parenting, and why sharing that load (without dropping it all at on…
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The $5 Billion Problem in Healthcare—and How Doctors Can Fix It
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51:40This episode features Dr. Bart Rademaker, a world-renowned plastic surgeon whose passion for healing spans both borders and disciplines. From his practice in the U.S. to his selfless humanitarian work throughout Central America, Dr. Rademaker is living proof that medicine can be a tool for both transformation and global impact. A former Nobel Peace…
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Why Nagging Isn't Building Responsibility with Debbie
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10:36If you feel stuck in the reminder loop and it’s wearing you out... you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll explore why nagging feels necessary, but often works against the outcomes you want. We’ll talk about what’s really going on when your child doesn’t follow through, and why it’s time to shift from managing behavior to mentoring development. Wh…
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🎙️ Podcast Episode EP20: Fight For It! There comes a moment—whether in a school meeting, a doctor’s office, or a quiet kitchen late at night - when you realise: this matters enough to fight for. In this episode of Living Inspired With Autism, we talk about what it truly means to fight for what you believe in. This isn’t about blame, whining, or com…
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Living Inspired with Autism – Hosted by Antoinette Hey there, beautiful soul. Whether you’re listening in the car, folding laundry, or claiming five sacred minutes in the bathroom—this episode is for you. In this heartfelt conversation, we’re naming the mental chaos most autism parents silently carry: Mind Drama. No, not the reality show kind. We’r…
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The Setbacks That Shape Us: Dr. Hardeep Phull on Medicine, Mentorship, and Meaning
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1:00:38In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Hardeep Phull, a dedicated oncologist whose journey to medicine was anything but traditional. Through academic setbacks, unexpected detours, and powerful mentorships, Dr. Phull carved out a path that led not only to a career in oncology—but to a deeper understanding of what it means to be a healer. He shares ho…
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Create a Life You Love Without Guilt: How a Family Physician Found Healing, Leadership, and Fulfillment
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53:11In this empowering episode, Dr. Laura Suttin, a family physician, author, physician coach, and speaker, shares her transformative journey from burnout to creating a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. Starting her medical career at a small independent practice, Dr. Suttin later navigated the complexities of a large health system after the pra…
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This episode goes deep - and it might stir something in you. As autism parents, we often carry an invisible weight, and sometimes, without even realizing it, we slip into a mindset that keeps us stuck. Today, I’m opening up a powerful conversation around victim mentality - what it really means, how it sneaks into our daily lives, and most important…
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Mental Toughness: The Grit Behind the Growth
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26:43What if your greatest strength isn't talent, but tenacity? In this episode, we dive into the raw, unfiltered truth about mental toughness. It's not about being emotionless or never falling - it's about rising, again and again, no matter how many times life knocks you down. Whether you're an autism parent, entrepreneur, or just trying to make it thr…
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A Physician’s Grief, Grace & Grit: Finding Purpose After Personal Tragedy
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55:22In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Dr. John Winkler, an emergency physician who experienced unimaginable loss when his wife passed away from a severe infection just 10 weeks after giving birth. At the time, he had just begun his medical residency—a chapter that was supposed to be the start of his career and family life. What f…
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From ER to Everywhere: How a Pediatric Emergency Physician Found Joy and Balance Through Telemedicine
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51:32In this inspiring podcast, I was able to meet with Dr. Leo Damasco, a pediatric emergency physician, devoted family man, and visionary founder of a nationwide telemedicine company. Discover how he transitioned from high-intensity ER shifts to delivering compassionate virtual care to communities across the U.S. Dr. Damasco shares his journey of buil…
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In this episode, I explore a simple yet life-changing concept - how the questions we ask ourselves shape our reality. From navigating the ups and downs of parenting my autistic son, Max, to finding clarity in daily life, I've seen firsthand how powerful a single question can be. Whether you're wondering how to juggle it all, searching for purpose, …
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Crash or Protect? The Parenting Dilemma No One Talks About
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21:31You want your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult to grow into a confident, capable adult. But what do you do when they’re heading straight toward failure? Do you step in and save them—or let them crash and hope they learn? If you’ve ever wrestled with that gut-wrenching decision, this episode will speak right to you. Because most parents ar…
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Delivering Hope: A Rural OBGYN’s Mission to Improve Maternal and Fetal Health
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56:44In this compelling episode, I was privileged to sit down with Dr. Megan Missanelli, a dedicated OBGYN who brings a multigenerational passion for women’s health to underserved communities. As a mother, a public health advocate, and the daughter of an OBGYN, she’s on a mission to transform maternal and fetal outcomes, especially in rural and underser…
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In this episode, we’re diving into an emotion that quietly steals progress and resilience - self-pity. It’s the feeling we often don’t want to admit, but one that can weigh heavily on our hearts. As autism parents, we navigate medical systems, fight for support, weather meltdowns, and carry our children through storms most can’t imagine. That’s not…
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In this gentle episode, we explore how something as simple as a walk can become a powerful tool for autism parents facing overwhelm and emotional fatigue. From navigating diagnoses to managing meltdowns, the daily challenges are real—but so is your capacity to find peace. I’ll guide you through my walking practice and introduce you to three types o…
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5 Patterns That Help Neurodivergent Young Adults Transition to Adulthood with Confidence (Instead of Anxiety) with Debbie
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16:46If your neurodivergent teen or young adult is struggling to launch or if you find yourself constantly questioning whether you’re doing too much or not enough... this episode is for you. There’s a reason things feel stuck or fragile, even when you're working so hard to support them. It’s not about your efforts. It’s about the patterns shaping your d…
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Today, we’re shining a light on something many of us quietly carry—the feeling of not being good enough. If you’ve ever heard that whisper in your heart, know this: you are not alone, and you are more than enough. When someone asks how you are, don’t just say "fine"—say amazing, say fantastic! Even something as simple as clean drinking water is a r…
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Emergency Physician Turned Autism Advocate & Financial Freedom Author: An Uncommon Journey
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58:47Dr. Bryan Jepson—ER physician, autism advocate, and certified financial planner—shares a powerful message of hope, purpose, and financial empowerment. Across a 30 year career in emergency medicine and raising autistic children of his own, Dr. Jepson has became a leader in autism advocacy, founding autism clinics across multiple states. Now, he brin…
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Today, we are exploring something that has really made a difference to me as a mom, finding your center while you are in the middle of an autism parenting storm. So, have you ever seen footage of a hurricane? From above? There is chaos and destruction swirling around. You'll see a cow flying past. Maybe you'll see a refrigerator, but right in the …
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Is This Helping or Hurting? 5 Ways We Accidentally Undermine Independence with Debbie
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22:52You’re doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent child, teen, or young adult grow into an independent adult, but what if some of the things you’re doing to help are actually holding them back? It’s not because you don’t care. It’s because so many of us are working from outdated ideas about what builds independence, and those ideas just d…
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From Surgeon to Survivor: An ENT Doctor's Journey Through Opioid Addiction and Recovery
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53:56Dr. Brett Cordes was a successful ENT surgeon with a thriving medical practice, a loving family, and a dark secret—he was addicted to opioids. What started as a way to cope turned into a daily dependence that ultimately destroyed his career and nearly his life. In this powerful and eye-opening interview, Dr. Cordes shares his raw and honest journey…
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From Surviving to Thriving—Our Journey, Lessons, and the Heart Behind NDM
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11:35You’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and doing everything you can to help your neurodivergent loved one. So why does it still feel like nothing’s working? You’re not alone. We’ve been there too—desperate for answers, bouncing from expert to expert, trying every intervention, school, and strategy we could find… and still feeling stuck in survival mode. In…
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Capital Gains to Compassion: The Path from Bond Trader to Doctor
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52:27Dr. Eric Arzubi’s journey is one of transformation, purpose, and impact. Once a successful bond trader and writer for Bloomberg, Eric’s career was on a fast track to financial success. But as he achieved more in the world of high finance, something profound shifted within him. He realized that true fulfillment wasn’t in the numbers, but in making a…
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In this episode, we dive into the powerful difference between reacting and responding as a parent, especially when it comes to those challenging, emotional moments with your autistic child. To help you navigate these situations with more confidence and compassion, I’ll walk you through a simple three-question filter you can use when emotions run hi…
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Navigating the Parent-Mentor Balance with Jason
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24:48Ever catch yourself wondering "Am I doing too much… or not enough?" Whether you're stepping in to help your child solve a problem—or stepping back to let them figure it out—finding that balance can feel like walking a tightrope. You might be working overtime to fix, rescue, or guide every decision, only to feel exhausted… or you might pull back too…
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Neurodiversity, Luxury Cruising, and Pediatrics
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40:53Krystal Sodaitis, MD is fascinating doctor! She is an academic pediatrician who has transitioned to health insurance plan manager. She maintains a keen interest in helping highly intelligent neurodiverse people, and has a coaching service specifically for physicians with neurodiversity (https://neurodiversedocs.com). Krystal also loves luxury cruis…
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"God Sent Me To this Earth To Take Care Of His People." Finding Personal Meaning As A Physician.
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1:04:14Dr. Robert Ross is a dedicated private practice physician with over 40 years of experience caring for patients in underserved areas in San Antonio, Texas. He shares his experience of discovering his own personal mission to serve others who needed him. Find the little moments you can control and regain agency by controlling those moments. Find your …
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Live Confidently Autistic: The Podcast Trailer
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2:58Are you an adult navigating the unique challenges of life on the autism spectrum? Welcome to Live Confidently Autistic: The Podcast—a show created by an autistic adult, for autistic adults. I’m Chris Mitchell, The Confident Autistic—a multi-certified Confidence Life Coach and late-diagnosed autistic adult. This podcast isn’t about fixing you—becaus…
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Autism - The Hidden Connection Between Care and Your Child’s Progress
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23:09In this episode of Inspired Living With Autism, we’re exploring a powerful, often overlooked truth—your child’s progress is deeply connected to the care you give yourself. Join me as we uncover how your energy, mindset, and emotional well-being directly influence your child’s development and growth. If you’ve ever wondered why your own self-care ma…
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Making The Case For Own-Occupation Physician Disability Insurance
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52:35-Your employer based disability insurance is not enough! I wish I had learned this lesson better before being diagnosed with significant illness! -As a physician you have worked for years to develop a valuable skill set. If you suddenly became disabled how would you protect your income? We insure our homes without any question, but our income poten…
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Dog tired all the time - Autism and Parenting
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20:49Inspired Living With Autism is a real-talk podcast for parents raising extraordinary kids. In this episode, we’re diving into the energy crisis of autism parenting—and why the usual self-care tips like bubble baths and meditation just don’t cut it. If you’ve ever been told to “just relax” in the middle of a meltdown or chaos, you’re not alone. We’r…
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Welcome to Inspired Living With Autism, a podcast where we get real about raising extraordinary kids while building a life we truly love—despite the challenges autism can bring. I’m your host, Antoinette. In this episode, we’re talking about Micro Self-care—a powerful approach for autism parents who live in a constant state of vigilance. Traditiona…
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Physician Podcaster Gains Inspiration From Other Doctors
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38:14Dr. Bradly Block, host of @physiciansguidetodoctoring has been a podcast host for six years, in addition to his clinical duties as a private practice otolaryngologist. He draws inspiration from his conversations with other physicians and he teaches about communication and efficiency. As doctors, we all want to communicate well with our patients but…
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In this episode, we're diving into the messy, real moments of parenting through uncertainty—when the guidebooks fall short, the future feels unclear, and we’re left figuring it out one step at a time. I share some of my personal experiences navigating these foggy seasons, along with honest insights from other parents in our community. Whether you’r…
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As parents of autistic children, we make hundreds of decisions every single day—big ones, small ones, and everything in between. These choices shape our daily lives and carve out the future for our children. And yet... no one ever taught us how to make these decisions with clarity, confidence, or peace of mind. In this episode, I unpack the unseen …
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Strengthening relationships while parenting. Autism
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18:48Parenting a child with autism can deepen your relationships - or put them under strain. In this podcast, we open up honest conversations about the emotional impact autism can have on marriages, partnerships, friendships, and even your relationship with yourself. You’ll hear insights and gentle guidance to help you nurture connection, communicate wi…
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Regulatory Expert Teaches Physicians How to Get Involved in Telemedicine and Mentorship
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58:27Have you ever wanted to try telemedicine? Or maybe you have a desire to branch out and do more with your medical degree? Do you want to become more involved in mentorship? Phoebe Gutierrez, co-host of @TelemedicineTalksPodcast teaches how to get involved. She emphasizes that physicians must be at the leadership table as telemedicine businesses are …
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Sleep struggles are real - and relentless—for so many autism families. Beyond Exhausted is a heartfelt podcast that dives into the often-overlooked challenges of sleep when parenting a child on the spectrum. Whether you're facing bedtime battles, night-wakings, or just the deep weariness that comes from ongoing sleep deprivation, this space is for …
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Belief in Your Child – A Journey with Autism
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11:46Welcome to Belief in Your Child, the podcast that empowers parents of children with autism to see their kids through a lens of hope, possibility, and deep understanding. Hosted by someone who knows the journey personally, this show is a space to reconnect with your inner belief, shift limiting perspectives, and discover what’s truly possible for yo…
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Inventor Shares Her Experience As A Surgeon, A Mother, And An Innovator
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1:03:47Dr. Megana Helder is an accomplished cardiothoracic surgeon. She is dedicated to patient care and finds joy in being a mother. Years ago she had the chance to participate in a cardiac surgery as an adolescent, and this piqued her interest in becoming a heart surgeon. Despite obstacles, the desire to become a cardiothoracic surgeon never changed. Th…
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"Changing the Face of Autism"—the podcast dedicated to shifting perceptions, breaking stereotypes, and celebrating the vibrant diversity within the autism community. It is a great honor to be a parent of an autistic child. So change the way you think about autism. Let's change the face of autism. Let's change the world for autism. Now, if you look …
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