Hope for Autism Podcast Tyneise Seaborough

It's so rare to have a father join us on the podcast, but today we have a special guest, Luis Bayardo. He is the author of Autism: A Dad's Journey and the father of two sons who have autism. Join us on this episode as he pulls back the curtain on the life of raising children on the spectrum.

Join me for an insightful conversation with Dr. Bergina Isbell, a psychiatrist and a mother of two children with Autism. This woman is a library of resources.
There are a number of resources as well as strategies that are mentioned in this episode to help parents deal with those in law enforcement. Come gain strategies on how to allow community events to work for you. Gain insight on how the ABA therapist can also play a role in assisting families with teaching individuals on the spectrum how to respond to the police. And let’s not forget about the IEP’s.

Resources mentioned:
Pathfinders for Autism
https://www.pathfindersforautism.org/

Connect with Dr. Bergina
www.drbergina.com

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According to the research, 40% – 80% of children with autism have problems with sleep.

In this episode we cover the benefits, the recommended sleep guidelines from the National Sleep Foundation, theories centered around sleep, the importance of lighting and its role in sleep. And of course we have a variety of practical tips that you can use.

Make sure to grab our worksheet that compliments this episode. It will help you to assess your environment and craft a plan for you and your family.
Autism-and-Sleep-WorksheetDownload

How many times have we heard the phrase, “he doesn’t look like he’s autistic?" But what does that really mean?
For those of us who serve kiddos on the spectrum and their families, this is something that we hear a lot. And to shine light on this even the more, once a family receives the diagnosis for their child, they often become subject to hearing the same phrase from the extended family members and those in the community.
Today’s podcast is an interview with Jennifer Oglesby, a mother, entrepreneur, and advocate for her son Brice, who is now 16.
Tune in today to hear a word of hope. Gain tips on how to get the family on the same page once you receive the diagnosis. And digest these nuggets of wisdom on dealing with tantrums and various behaviors.

Life has enough challenges all by itself! However, the worst thing that anyone could do is lose their faith in something that they’ve once had trust or confidence in.
When I was in the 5th grade, I endured such embarrassment, that the only way that I could make it was to laugh with everyone else who were laughing at me. Bummer!
My chair fell apart in a cafeteria, with hundreds of people witnessing. There I was on the floor in front of everybody!
I didn’t lose faith in chairs that day but I did become a little suspect before sitting in a chair. But your girl is good now! LOL!
Today’s episode will encourage you to not give up on systems (schools, medical, insurance, faith based organizations, etc) that have seemed to fail you or frustrate you.
Make sure to tune in to hear this mother’s story when dealing with a daycare. Oh the brokenness that she….well we experienced.
Eventually, it will all work out! Just don’t lose your faith.

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Let’s face it, Halloween can be a bit scary for anyone! It’s quite scary for Me!!

How many times have we seen those videos circulating on social media where the parent runs and leaves the kids because they were frightened by a prop sitting in a yard?

I’m guilty as charged! I usually laugh until I cry.

But on a serious note, our children, not just those with autism or SPD (sensory processing disorder), are often scared by the costumes, blood, weapons, creepy ghosts, and the animated candy bowls that have hands.

Not to mention, that according to Indiana University, 40% of children with Autism had at least 1 comorbid diagnosis of anxiety disorder.

This podcast includes 6 tips to help fail proof your Halloween! Take a listen.