137 episodes
Embracing Autism Lia & Matt McCabe
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- Kids & Family
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4.9 • 62 Ratings
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Your child is autistic, now what? Parenting a child is often rewarding, but for parents of autistic children, it can be a struggle when communication, finances, or behavior is a barrier. Join hosts Lia & Matt McCabe, an Autistic & ADHD couple raising two autistic daughters and the founders of the charity project AutismWish, in weekly discussions to provide parents with guidance, tips, resources, and a newfound perspective on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Each week we will share our experience raising special needs children and tackle difficult or taboo subjects in the Autism world with encouragement and guidance on how to broaden your perspective while learning to understand and empathize with your autistic child, from weathering the storm to Embracing Autism. Learn more at www.autismwish.org or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube @AutismWish.
Disclaimer: We are not doctors or therapists, so please always consult with your child's physician before taking any of our advice. We try our absolute best to get everything right but we are only human, so please make sure to consult with an expert. If you feel anything has been misrepresented or inaccurate, we would love to hear from you! Please email us at podcast@autismwish.org.
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EP 738 – The Blame Game
Is it just us, or are parents of autistic kiddos constantly blamed for their child's diagnosis? From the refrigerator mom theory to the helicopter parent theory, we can't even tell you how many times we've heard accusations hurled towards parents blaming them for their child's autism diagnosis. Are they all bogus? How should we respond? We'll dive into this and more in today's episode.
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EP 737 – Summer Livin’
Summer is just around the corner and we are so ready! Are you? Today we discuss how we prepare for summer and the complications it can bring such as a disruption of routine, learning loss, behavioral challenges, and more. We also share how taking certain precautionary steps can help create a smoother summer transition.
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EP 736 – Birthday Bash or Blunder?
Birthdays can be tricky to navigate with autistic kiddos. From sensory overload, to sudden changes in routine, these celebrations often result in meltdowns and overwhelm. Today we'll chat about how we create an autism-conscious birthday experience for our girls and share our tips on how to reduce the overwhelm and enhance the fun.
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EP 735 – Bringing Baby Home
She's here! We're dedicating this episode to a family update as we share our experience welcoming our newest member of the McCabe clan, how our girls reacted, and what we have done to help with the transition.
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EP 734 – Empathy In Action: Navigating Autism Allyship
As parents of autistic children and as autistic individuals, we are often faced with additional stressors, challenges, and overwhelming circumstances while lacking support and resources to navigate them. Today we will discuss the importance of empathy in action, and what it means to be an autism ally. This episode aims to provide those outside of the autism community an inside glimpse and 'how-to' guideon what you can do to make it easier on autistic individuals and their parents this autism acceptance month-- and year round.
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EP 733 – Autism Acceptance Month: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
It's April and you know what that means, it's officially Autism Acceptance Month! This time of year is intended to spread awareness and acceptance of autism spectrum disorder while organizations like AutismWish work hard towards fundraising and charitable missions, but it's not all sunshine and roses. Today we chat about the good, the bad, and the ugly surrounding this time of year and share our thoughts on the current social discussions.
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Customer Reviews
Amazing podcast!
I love this podcast because it spreads awareness for people who aren’t aware of autism in a very calm way! <3
Important topic
Such a great podcast with relevant episodes that are relatable for anyone who has an autistic family member. Thank you!
Gem of a podcast
It's like a warm, reassuring hug in audio form. The hosts are empathetic and knowledgeable, effortlessly blending insights with personal anecdotes. Each episode peels back another layer of the autism experience, helping us understand and celebrate our neurodiverse friends and family. It's beautifully crafted, filled with touching moments and practical advice. Anyone interested in autism, whether personally or professionally, will find this podcast a powerful resource. In a nutshell, it's a heartfelt journey of understanding, acceptance, and, ultimately, love. It's not just a podcast, it's a lifeline.
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