Understanding Autism: Early Diagnosis, Intervention, and Parental Support

Jamie kicks this episode off by sharing her thoughts on the importance of estate planning for parents, not only financially but also the care and values that parents would like their children to have. She discusses her recent experience with The Parents Estate Planning Law Firm in Massachusetts, and highlights an upcoming free workshop on this topic as well as the option for listeners to book a call with the firm to learn more. Jamie introduces the guests for this episode,   Dr. Cory Whelan and Dr. Kara LaCroix, co-founders of Seasons Behavioral Services, who provide valuable insights and resources for families supporting individuals with autism.

Dr. Whelan and Dr. LaCroix chat with Emily, sharing their journey in founding their organization and explain the process and importance of early intervention and support for families navigating autism diagnoses.The conversation delves into the intricacies of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, highlighting its role in helping children and adults with developmental disabilities and autism. They discuss the importance of early diagnosis and intervention to improve outcomes and emphasize the significance of parental support and community resources to navigate the complexities of raising a child with autism.

In this week’s Q&A, Jamie addresses a parent's concern about their four-month-old waking up frequently at night, explaining the concept of the four-month sleep regression. Jamie also mentions Nurture’s sleep consultation services for personalized support. 

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