Asian Mama Network

Kim Le and Elle Chang

Welcome to the Asian Mama Network! We're a podcast uniting mothers to share experiences and wisdom on various topics. Our podcast, hosted by us two women, covers motherhood, career, entrepreneurship, money, and interesting topics that may involve guest speakers. Join us on this journey! Podcast Disclaimer: Mamas we want to remind all that anything you hear on this podcast, whether it is from us or our guests, is solely for educational and entertainment purposes. The podcast is not a substitute for advice from professional coach, therapist, physician, or other qualified professionals.

  1. Overcoming the Overwhelm: Navigating ABA, IEPs & 504s with Special Needs Advocate

    Feb 17

    Overcoming the Overwhelm: Navigating ABA, IEPs & 504s with Special Needs Advocate

    Navigating developmental services & school accommodations for our kids can feel like drowning in an alphabet soup of acronyms. From ABA to IEPs and 504 plans, figuring out who to trust and where to start is completely overwhelming. If you're feeling lost in the process, you aren't alone! In this episode of the Asian Mama Network, Kim and Elle sit down with Tina, a dedicated special education advocate from CHAT ABA Consulting. Tina breaks down exactly what parents need to know about navigating California Regional Center services, securing the right school accommodations, and finding the best ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) clinic for your child's unique needs. We discuss how to cut through the confusion, prepare your child for the classroom, and become the strongest advocate for your family. Plus, we uncover how to access many of these crucial services for free! In this episode, we cover: Demystifying the Regional Center: What they actually do, how to navigate the system, and how they provide parents with a list of vetted ABA companies. School Accommodations (IEPs & 504 Plans): How finding an ABA clinic that mirrors a school environment can successfully prepare your child for the classroom and support their educational plans. Accessing Free Services: Understanding which special needs resources and services are completely free for parents. Overcoming Bias & Emotion: Having honest conversations about our own biases and the emotional toll of navigating your neurodivergent child's care. The Power of an Advocate: Why having an expert like Tina in your corner changes everything. Connect with our Guest: Thank you to Tina for sharing her expertise with our listeners! You can reach out to her for guidance or questions at CHAT ABA Consulting: 📧 Email: chatabaconsulting@gmail.com 📱Text Tina Lam: (714) 326-5312 FREE consultation Join the Conversation: If you found this episode helpful, please follow the Asian Mama Network on Spotify, leave us a rating, and share this episode with another parent who might need a helping hand navigating the system today. ✉️ Please feel free to email your questions/ suggestions to us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠asianmamanetwork@gmail.com #Parenting #MomLife #Motherhood #AutismParenting #AutismMom #Neurodivergent #SpecialNeedsParenting #SpecialEducation #ParentingTips #MotherhoodUnplugged #ABATherapy #IEP #504Plan #RegionalCenter #IEPMom #SpecialNeedsAdvocate #IEPMeeting #SpecialEdTeacher #AutismSupport #ChildDevelopment #BehaviorAnalysis

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Welcome to the Asian Mama Network! We're a podcast uniting mothers to share experiences and wisdom on various topics. Our podcast, hosted by us two women, covers motherhood, career, entrepreneurship, money, and interesting topics that may involve guest speakers. Join us on this journey! Podcast Disclaimer: Mamas we want to remind all that anything you hear on this podcast, whether it is from us or our guests, is solely for educational and entertainment purposes. The podcast is not a substitute for advice from professional coach, therapist, physician, or other qualified professionals.