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    Explore " autism acceptance" with insightful episodes like "The Importance of Teaching Gestures To My Non-Verbal Son", "If You Know Somebody With Autism, Then You Only Know One Person With Autism: An Interview With Parents of Children With Special Needs", "Keep Breathing", "The Power of Less Words" and "My Son's Unspoken Party Milestone" from podcasts like ""Hi Pod! I'm Dad.", "New Milford Youth Agency Podcast", "Hi Pod! I'm Dad.", "Hi Pod! I'm Dad." and "Hi Pod! I'm Dad."" and more!

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    If You Know Somebody With Autism, Then You Only Know One Person With Autism: An Interview With Parents of Children With Special Needs

    If You Know Somebody With Autism, Then You Only Know One Person With Autism: An Interview With Parents of Children With Special Needs

    The Youth Agency’s Aine McInerney sits down with New Milford residents Tracey Ruscil, Paula Taylor, Tammy McInerney, and Todd McInerney to discuss what it is like to be a parent to a child/children who are nuerodivergent, and resources that may be helpful to those experiencing this as well.

    Maria Leo:
    mleo@newmilford.org

    Our Instagram with other helpful resources:
    https://www.instagram.com/Nmyouthagency/

    Other NMYA Websites:
    https://youthagency.org/
    https://www.facebook.com/NMYouthAgency/
    https://www.youtube.com/@newmilfordyouthagencymedia6099 

    Appearing On Jubliee's Middle Ground: Autism and Neurotypical Episode

    Appearing On Jubliee's Middle Ground: Autism and Neurotypical Episode

    James Guttman talks about flying across country for the day to appear on Jubilee's Middle Ground YouTube Series featuring autism and neurotypical panelists. JG looks at his reception there and how much it all means to share Autism Appreciation and HiBlogImDad.com with the world.

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    Also, be sure to read the blog that started it all - Hi Blog! I'm Dad.

    How My Child With Autism Handles Routines

    How My Child With Autism Handles Routines

    Hi Pod! It's 2024. James Guttman returns to talk about morning and bedtime routines for his non-verbal son, the role an iPad plays in disrupting that, and how knowing what's best for your kid is most important whether they're on the spectrum or not.

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    Also, be sure to read the blog that started it all - Hi Blog! I'm Dad.

    2023: Our Longest, Yet Shortest, Year To Date

    2023: Our Longest, Yet Shortest, Year To Date

    Our 2023 year in review episode is here. We discuss the ups and downs that is/was 2023, including a life changing family trip to Barcelona,  an ice storm that prevented travel to our daughter's therapy, a short term caregiver crisis, the myth of work-life balance and so much more.   

    https://notyourmamasautism.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/notyourmamasautism/
    https://www.facebook.com/NotYourMamasAutism/

    Autism Appreciation During The Down Times

    Autism Appreciation During The Down Times

    For James Guttman, 2023 has come in like a lion and is going out like a lamb. It has been a roller coaster year and, during the low moments, his non-verbal son's in-the-moment approach to the world has lifted him up. JG talks about why he appreciates his son so much, how all children (on or off the spectrum) are different, and the way he's changing the way he sees the good times.

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    Also, be sure to read the blog that started it all - Hi Blog! I'm Dad.

    Celebrating Sensory Differences Through Children's Literature, with Lindsey Rowe Parker

    Celebrating Sensory Differences Through Children's Literature, with Lindsey Rowe Parker

    Hello and welcome to another episode of Rad Mom Radio!

    This week my guest is Lindsey Rowe Parker. Lindsey is the author of the award-winning book about sensory differences, Wiggles, Stomps and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down. A mom with a home full of neurodivergent minds, she is embracing the next phase of parenting while learning to navigate and advocate for her autistic daughter.  With a recent adult diagnosis of ADHD, and a new deeper understanding of her own sensory experiences, she has begun to delve into the neurodiversity community learning all she can from neurodivergent voices.
    Lindsey is also the creator of the #SensoryStories campaign that brings together authors, illustrators, educators, and advocates to raise awareness of sensory differences during Sensory Awareness Month this October. The aim is to increase mainstream understanding of the importance of sensory integration and processing.

    You can learn all about Lindsey and her work on her website - www.wigglesstompsandsqueezes.com