Regulation Station

Autistic Culture Podcast Network

Welcome to Regulation Station, a practical and honest podcast supporting families, caregivers, and educators navigating the realities of raising and supporting neurodivergent children within the education system. Hosted by Becca Engle and brought to you by the Autistic Culture Podcast Network, the series explores everything from evaluations and IEP processes to accommodations, advocacy, and the support families are entitled to request. Each episode breaks down complex systems into accessible, actionable conversations through an Autistic cultural lens, helping listeners better understand how schools, services, and support structures impact neurodivergent children and the people around them. Whether you’re beginning the evaluation process, navigating school accommodations, or simply looking for guidance and understanding, Regulation Station is here to help you feel less alone. 🎧 Regulation Station is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com 🌐 Visit www.autisticculturepodcastnetwork.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @autisticculturepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 1

    Regulating Two Nervous Systems: Parenting Through Crisis

    In this episode of Regulation Station, Becca Engle is joined by Jillian Eisloeffel, founder of Bobby's World: Profound Autism and parent to an 11-year-old child with high support needs. Together they discuss caregiving, self-injurious behaviours, medical advocacy, and the realities of supporting a child with complex needs. Jillian shares her family's experiences navigating crisis periods, adapting their home for safety, advocating for medical answers, and finding ways to regulate herself while caring for her son. The conversation also explores the challenges families face accessing support, the importance of community, and why understanding the full spectrum of autistic experiences matters. In this episode: Parenting a child with profound autismSelf-injurious behaviours and medical advocacyWhy caregiver regulation mattersCreating safe environments at homeThe realities of school, healthcare, and support systemsFinding community and support as a caregiverBalancing privacy, dignity, and advocacy onlinePractical advice for families navigating difficult seasons Content Note: This episode includes discussion of self-injurious behaviour, caregiver stress, medical trauma, family challenges, and disability support systems. 🚂 Subscribe now to hear future episodes. 🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com 🌐 Learn more about the network at AutisticCulturePodcastNetwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min

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Welcome to Regulation Station, a practical and honest podcast supporting families, caregivers, and educators navigating the realities of raising and supporting neurodivergent children within the education system. Hosted by Becca Engle and brought to you by the Autistic Culture Podcast Network, the series explores everything from evaluations and IEP processes to accommodations, advocacy, and the support families are entitled to request. Each episode breaks down complex systems into accessible, actionable conversations through an Autistic cultural lens, helping listeners better understand how schools, services, and support structures impact neurodivergent children and the people around them. Whether you’re beginning the evaluation process, navigating school accommodations, or simply looking for guidance and understanding, Regulation Station is here to help you feel less alone. 🎧 Regulation Station is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 🌈 Celebrate autistic voices with early access, ad-free listening, and our full archive at AutisticCulturePlus.com 🌐 Visit www.autisticculturepodcastnetwork.com 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @autisticculturepodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.