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Parenting Autism
by Chris and Sandy Colter
Your hosts are Chris and Sandy Colter, the parents of Bryce, who share their autism journey with stories about their nine year old son who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age two. The podcast is designed to connect with families who have been touched by autism and people who want to learn more about their world. You'll learn all about how they deal with day to day challenges and how you might apply it to your own life. It also sheds light on the "Mommy and Daddy" perspectives of parenting on the autism spectrum. Find their podcast on all of the popular platforms including Spotify, Apple iTunes, Google, Audible, Castbox, and Podbean. Also, follow their Facebook and Instagram pages. Their website (www.parentingautismshow.com) includes helpful resources on a variety of topics.
Episodes
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S2E1: New Season! New Format! Chatting WITH Bryce, not Talking ABOUT Bryce
In this new season of podcasts, we have Bryce his own microphone to chat with us on the show. ☺ He will become a teenager in a few weeks and entering a new season of life. Season one will provide episodes to help families who are earlier on their autism journey, while season two will have more...
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S1E150: June Recap - Encouragement with the NAP supplement for Bryce's ADHD
In this episode, we talk about June's adventures which included a weekend on both coasts of Florida. We also talk about Bryce's improvement with anxiety and impulsive behaviors since we added NAC to his list of supplements. We are encouraged! You can follow us on our Parenting Autism YouTube...
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S1E149: Bryce's Scoliosis Diagnosis
In this episode, we talk about May's adventures which include travels to GA, SC, NC, TN, VA, OH, and IN. Highlights were MANY hotel tours, COSI Science Museum, United State Air Force Museum, Thomas Bus Tour, Gem Mining, Waterfall, and time with Family & friends. The IWMF conference for Sandy's...
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S1E148: Bryce's Aviation Experiences and Personal Growth
In this episode, we talk about April's adventures which include Bryce's EAA Young Eagle flight experience, his visit to the Sun N Fun Air Show, Special Olympics Basketball Skills Regional competition, and his newest musical instrument (ukelele). We also talk about how much joy we have parenting...
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S1E147: Parenting Tools and Bryce's Recent Adventures
In this episode, we share a couple of parenting tools that we received and believe will be helpful for our listeners. The Autism Parent's Daily Companion Free Library of 27 In-Depth Travel Planning Guides We also talk about March highlights including Bryce's equestrian and basketball competitions...
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S1E146: Bryce's Recent Social Interaction Lessons
In this episode, we paused the series of answering some questions that are asked most by parents according to Chat GPT. Bryce has had some recent social interactions with strangers during vacation as well as "friends of a friend" that were learning opportunities. We also talk about February...
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S1E145: What Caused My Child's Autism? Did I Cause This?
In this episode, we continue a series of answering some questions that are asked most by parents according to Chat GPT. This episode talks about things that may or may not cause autism and encouraging words for parents to not feel responsible. We also talk about December-January highlights...
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S1E144: How Do I know If My Child Has Autism?
In this episode, we kick off a new series of answering some questions that are asked most by parents according to Chat GPT. This episode talks about noticeable things that may prompt a parent to seek an autism diagnosis. We also talk about November highlights including Special Olympics Gymnastics...
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S1E143: How Bryce Handled the Funeral and Loss of his Papaw
In this episode, we talk about the recent loss of Sandy's dad and how Bryce did processing the loss of Papaw and attending his funeral. Bryce has expressed his calling to share Jesus with others and wants to help others become Christians, just like his Papaw helped him pray for salvation. We also...
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S1E142: Our Experience with Leucovorin + Bryce Celebrates "12" at Epic's Super Mario World
In this episode, we talk about our most recent visit with Bryce's functional medicine doctor and our experience with Leucovorin. We mentioned some gluten free chicken tenders that we found at Walmart and Sam's Club. One of them is by Realgood Food Company (Walmart). I need to get another bag at...
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E141: Top Four Recommended "AI" Autism Homeschool Curriculums Plus Supplemental Courses
In this episode, we chat about Bryce's August indoor and outdoor adventures during our vacation in Ohio, a refreshing change from our daily routine. We share the top four homeschool curriculum options recommended by Chat GPT (AI) for autistic children along with supplement courses. We also share...
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S1E140: Slow and Steady Wins the Race!
In this episode, we chat about Bryce's recent adventures including Special Olympics Bowling Area Competition and visiting arcades with friends. We also update the listeners about Bryce's sessions for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. He continues to thrive as we all work together to incorporate small...
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E139: Bryce 's Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Anxiety
In this episode, we chat about Bryce's summer adventures including Special Olympics Bowling, hiking and gem-mining in the mountains, and a tour of the FPL nuclear simulator. We also update the listeners about Bryce's sessions for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. He has been asking for us to find…
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E138: Bryce Shares Insight About his Panic Attacks and Food Anxiety
In this episode, Bryce joins us at the end of the podcast to talk about how his brain is causing him anxiety about allergic reactions to foods. His panic attacks began a few weeks after his peanut allergy. We also update the listeners about Florida's Special Olympics Summer Games state…
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E137: Bryce Shares Highlights including His Ambulance Emergency in Boston
In this episode, Bryce joins us at the end of the podcast to talk about our trip to Boston, an airshow visit, and his gold medal at Special Olympics Basketball Regionals. We also update the listeners with good news from Sandy's visit at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute along with other highlights...
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E136: Bryce's Transitions as We Change Roles
In this episode, we update the listeners on how Bryce is transitioning to the role changes between Mommy and Daddy. Chris is working outside of the home full-time, and Sandy is now his full-time homeschool teacher. It's important to share how life continues in this new season of our autism…
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E135: Insight How We are Parenting Autism While Fighting Cancer
In this episode, we update the listeners on how Bryce is doing on Sandy's cancer journey (Waldenström Macroglobulinemia). He is participating in Special Olympics again and enjoyed a recent EAA flight with more scheduled for this spring. We talk about Bryce's progress with initialing conversations...
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E134: A New Year Update: Sandy's Health and How Bryce is Doing
In this episode, we update the listeners on Sandy's cancer journey (Waldenström Macroglobulinemia). We also talk about how well Bryce is doing with so many unexpected changes. He enjoyed the Christmas season and continues to be his happy self in spite of all that's occurred lately. Wishing each…
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E133: The One with Sandy's Cancer - A New Path of on our Journey
In this episode, we follow up about Sandy's concerning bloodwork mentioned in the last episode. Sandy was in the hospital for a week receiving blood transfusions and plasma plasmapherisis treatments before receiving her diagnosis of a rare blood cancer, Waldenström macroglobulinemia. Although it…
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E132: Learning More About Bryce's Therapies to Create the Most Effective Plans
In this episode, we talk about a recent visit to Bryce's therapy center to learn more about his speech and occupational therapies. It was very helpful and has sparked some ideas for his upcoming plan updates. We also talk about our recent trip to the Georgia mountains as well as Bryce's recent...
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E131: Q&A About our Homeschooling with Bryce
In this episode, we answer questions about our homeschool process with Bryce and how it affects our relationship with him as well as each other. We also talk about our recent trip to NYC where we celebrated our nephew's wedding AND Bryce's 11th birthday with many skyscraper and elevator tours! We...
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E130: Could Less Routine Have Led to Regression?
In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent regression with anxiety and sensitivity to certain sounds, specifically crying children. We have been away from home quite a bit the past two months which could explain why this behavior has returned. We review Finding KIND by Kari Baker and recommend...
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E129: How We Are Helping Bryce Navigate Through Friendships
In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent sleepover with his best friend, Michael, and how we helped him work through his hurt feelings and emotions. It's not easy to watch your son struggle with his feelings of hurt and sadness. It's also not easy to figure out the right words and…
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E128: God's Plan A for our families + How We Planned Vacation for Bryce
In this episode, we review the book Oliver's Extraordinary Friend which is available to purchase on Amazon. We also talk about God's Plan A for each of us and how our hearts continue to become more burdened to find ways to help those impacted by disabilities find their place in churches to…
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E127: Bryce's "Language Level" + How Do We Teach Those Who Think Differently About Jesus?
In this episode, we review the game What's Next: Transitions by M&J Games which is available to purchase on Amazon. We also talk about Bryce's current level of language - Progress continues to be made with plenty for us to continue to work toward on this autism journey. Lastly, we talk about how…
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E126: Bryce and Michael Take Over the Podcast with Their Own Interview!
Bryce's best friend, Michael, had his first sleepover at our home. They recorded their own podcast episode talking about Roblox and other game topics. We hope you all enjoy listening to them us much as we did while recording them! You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at...
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E125: Special Needs Trusts, 529a ABLE Accounts, Medwaiver, + More
In this episode, we talk about classes attended and resources at The Family Cafe, an annual conference for families with disabilities in the state of Florida. You can subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. You can also reach out if you want to purchase a...
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E124: Chat with Chris: Primary Caregiver, Chief Researcher, and Lead Educator
With Father's Day in the month of June, Sandy talks to Chris Chris about the challenges and the rewards of being the primary caregiver for Bryce during the early years of his autism. He talks about his guilt, his research, his depression, and how he overcame it. He also talks about Daddy School…
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E123: It's Never Easy Making Significant Changes for Bryce's Care
In this episode, we share a recent change in Bryce's therapy services. It's never easy to make these decisions, yet we know we must follow where the Lord leads us. We also chat about other updates from the past couple of weeks including investing more time into our marriage relationship, how…
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E122: Ways We are Strengthening our Marriage
In this episode, we review a few books that we have read including one that we are slowly going through together to strengthen our marriage. Your True Self is Enough (Author: Susanna Peace Lovell) Becoming Brave Together, Heroic, extraordinary caregiving stories from mothers hidden in plain sight...
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E121: Why Is Bryce Still in Speech and Occupational Therapies After Eight (8) Years?
In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent OT testing results and why we still have him in private sessions for speech and OT three-hours each week at age 10.7. We also share some highlights from our recent vacation along with some of the adventures that we all enjoyed as a family. After a...
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E120: Ways to Manage Stress + Misophonia
In this episode, we talk about a tool for managing stress - a great tool for using with our children AND ourselves! Self-care is so important on our parenting autism journey. If we are empty, we have nothing to pour into others... MY STRESS BOOK We also talk about Misophonia and updates from the...
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E119: The Power of Words with Our Children AND Reviews
In this episode, we talk about how our words need to be given thought when communication with our children as well as all people. Words can build up or break down. We also review a children's game designed for special needs as well as a documentary about the ASD Band based out of Toronto, Canada....
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E118: Conversation with Bryce, Book Reviews, + New Reading Program
In this episode, we review a few books that were sent to us that may be of interest to our listeners. A Day with Papa Leroy Martial Arts on the Autism Spectrum Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child We share Bryce's new reading program along with some updates from the past...
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E117: EEG, BALLOONS, and ABA UPDATES
In this episode, we talk about Bryce's recent 24-hour EEG results as well as ABA changes for a new season. Bryce's ABA plan is being updated with more life skills for his age that we will begin to implement at home. We also chat about some "wins" with latex balloons and faster recoveries from...
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E116: SPEECH, SOCIAL, AND LIFE UPDATES
In this episode, we catch the listeners up with life updates from the past several weeks including Speech, Social, and more. Subscribe to our monthly Parenting Autism Newsletter at [email protected]. Bryce is a funny, mechanical, HAPPY little guy who was diagnosed with autism at age two and...
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E115: Happy New Year! 8 Keys to Successful Parenting
In this episode, we chat about some keys to successful parenting that have worked with Bryce including a vision, making changes, following science, advocating, celebrating, and prioritizing health. We also announce our 2024 Parenting Autism Newsletter and share some podcast listener stats. Bryce…
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E114: 13 Questions Answered by an Autistic 13 Year Old
In this episode, weshare thirteen questions posed to a 13 year old boy with autism who ia able to articulate his answers with such incredible insight. These questions along with many more can be found in the book "Why Do I Jump" by Naoki Higashida. We talk about how this insight helps us…
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E113: How Do We Help Bryce Improve His Social Interactions?
In this episode, we talk about ways that we are trying to help Bryce with social interactions and all of the ups-and-downs that come with it. It's not always easy to discern how far to push him when he has resistance. His physical safety is our top priority. We also are mindful of his emotional...
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E112: Happy News: BOOK LAUNCH + Heartfelt News: Bryce's Reading Challenges
In this episode, we announce the launch of our paperback book "PARENTING AUTISM The Early Years". It's available on Amazon to purchase for yourself or to gift to someone who you know needs to read it. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CKQ4668J We also have a "real conversation" about this past week's...
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E111: Our Seaworld Orlando Experience + Special Olympics Gymnastics Competition
In this episode, we chat about highlights from our recent Seaworld experience in Orlando, Florida. We also talk about Bryce's first visit to Urban Air, an indoor place to play while supplementing his occupational therapy! Both were great experiences for Bryce to celebrate his 10th birthday this...
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E110: The Foreward from our Book + A Boomerang Behavior
In this episode, we read the Foreword from our new book "Parenting Autism: The Early Years" which is in the final stages of being published. Our goal is to have it available to purchase on Amazon when we celebrate Bryce's 10th birthday - October 5, 2023. We also chat about an trigger word from…
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E109: New Anxiety Developments + A Good "Autism Doctor" Report for Bryce
In this episode, we talk about our recent visit with Bryce's "Autism Doctor" along with his latest source of anxiety. We give thanks to the many listeners who have left us reviews and provided encouragement to continue to share our journey through our podcast. Bryce wanted to come onto the…
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E108: Benefits of ABA Parent Training + Two New Reading Apps that are Helping Bryce!!
In this episode, we talk about new ways to help Bryce with his anxiety and sound sensitivity thanks to "parent training" provided by Bryce's ABA team and his neuropsychologist. We also share some funny stories about Bryce's sneakiness and creative ways to cope with his anxiety. We also share a...
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BONUS EPISODE: Bryce's Request - A Short, Candid Conversation About His Interests
This is a bonus episode that Bryce requested after we ended episode 107. He wanted chat about some of his favorite things for the listeners. We hope you like it! The link below is available that will allow listeners to support the Parenting Autism podcast expenses as well help with the publishing...
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E107: The Challenges of our Crazy, Busy Schedule + Bryce Shares his Vacation Highlights
In this episode, we talk about the long list of activities and services that we have to prioritize and schedule as we roll into Bryce's 4th grade season. It is NOT easy at all. In addition to his school education, each activity and therapy also has significance for Bryce. As his parents, we also...
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E106: Our Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber (HOBT) Experience + ADD Regression
In this episode, we talk about our HBOT experience after 25 continuous hours. We also talk about some regression with Bryce's attention span that we believe is due to allowing gluten to creep back into his diet. The link below is available that will allow listeners to support the Parenting Autism...
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E105: Bryce's Psych-Eval Results + New Diagnosis + Several Major Changes
In this episode, we talk about Bryce's psych evaluation results along with some significant changes we have begun and will be making in the near future. Bryce also talks at the end of the podcast about his Special Olympics Bowling Area Competition that took place today. We didn't have time to go...
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E104: VACATION PART TWO: Taking Bryce Out of our Bubble and into the Real World
In this episode, we talk about the second half of our recent ten-day vacation with Bryce. It's been a few years since we took a long trip with multiple destinations. There were a few times that Bryce's questions and answers made us cringe and laugh. We never know what's going to come out of him...
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E103: VACATION PART ONE: Taking Bryce Out of our Bubble and into the Real World
In this episode, we talk about the first half of our recent ten-day vacation with Bryce. It's been a few years since we took a long trip with multiple destinations. There were a few times that Bryce's questions and answers made us cringe and laugh. We never know what's going to come out of him…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Your hosts are Chris and Sandy Colter, the parents of Bryce, who share their autism journey with stories about their nine year old son who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age two. The podcast is designed to connect with families who have been touched by autism and people who want to learn more about their world. You'll learn all about how they deal with day to day challenges and how you might apply it to your own life. It also sheds light on the "Mommy and Daddy" perspectives of parenting on the autism spectrum. Find their podcast on all of the popular platforms including Spotify, Apple iTunes, Google, Audible, Castbox, and Podbean. Also, follow their Facebook and Instagram pages. Their website (www.parentingautismshow.com) includes helpful resources on a variety of topics.
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