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raystaycoastin
by raystaycoastin
Calling parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, aunts, friends, teachers, therapists, and all other allies to join us as we navigate my son, Cubby, and I’s journey with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We will discuss the joy, curiosity, uncomfortableness, challenging, brilliant, and sometimes overwhelming blessing that comes with living and advocating for Autism in those we love. Connect with us at [email protected]
Episodes
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Baking Cookies (Video Edition)
Hi Family as promised we have compiled a short video of Cubby being the best cookie helper around. Baking cookies has allowed him to be brave in a new way with textures and made room for awesome memories and bonding. Let's hop in. Also I have been entered in a contest to be super mom if you have...
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Kind Hands (Learning About Soft Hands)
Hi Family, Welcome Back! Cubby really loves animals, but sometimes he struggles with learning to use a softer touch and approach with them. That prompted a long overdue trip to an animal farm to learn to care for the animals using various love languages, especially touch. How did you teach your...
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In Their Own Time
Hi Family, Welcome Back to another episode! We are excited to be back and to talk about all the awesome progress that Cubby has been experiencing with play & trying new foods. How many times has your child been compared to other children; whether its how they play, the foods they eat, potty...
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We’re Back!!
Hi Family!! It feels SO GOOD to be back and off vocal rest! Thank you for all the emails and kind words while we take a much required break. We hope that you guys have been doing well and can’t wait to share how we spent our time preparing for a stronger connect with you.
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Sensory Time: Snickerdoodle Cookie Edition
Hi Family! We are so excited to deliver the first episode of 2024 and hope that you’re just as excited as us for all this year has in store. We have been really working on processing different textures and we’ve found that baking has been our greatest tools to in building positive momentum. Cubby...
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The Last Ray of Sunshine & Kind Like Cubby Moment for 2023
Hi Family, are you ready for 2024? We want to say thank you for sticking by our side and walking with us as we excitedly anticipate all that the new year brings us.
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Follow Solutions Not Criticisms
Welcome Back! 2024 is almost here and we can hardly wait for the adventures. Several times throughout this journey we have heard criticism regarding different challenges that we face, but the wisdom of leaning into solutions has saved us so much time effort and energy. Let’s talk about Cubby’s…
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Let's Try Something New: Oral Sensory
Hi Family, Welcome Back! We wanted to switch things up for this episode and give you a video of Cubby trying new textures with Sugar, Salt & a long shot..Pop Rocks! Cubby has an oral fixation on several things that are non-food related and to help, myself and his team are in the process of…
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A Ray of Sunshine & Kind Like Cubby Moment
Hi Family, we just wanted to check in and spread some positivity!
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"I Don't Like My Shoes" - Meaningful Communication
Welcome Back! We are so excited to have an update for you regarding Cubby and his speech. Let's take a dive into a milestone moment of Cubby using his communication device (AAC) in a meaningful way to express his emotions regarding his outfit. While on this journey I have been anticipating this...
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The Best Bed Is Peace
Hi Family! Can you believe that we are finally in season 4?! As the year gets closer to wrapping, so are our sleep challenges (crosses fingers). Lack of consistent sleep can be just as hard for the kiddos as the parent, especially in terms of co-sleeping. Needless to say I finally found a bed…
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All The Way From LA (Special Guest: Cubby's Grandpa)
Hi Family, We are so excited for today's special guest...Cubby's Grandpa (Paw Paw) and SEASON FINALE! He surprised us and agreed to join the show. It's only right that he drops gems, provide laughs and a powerful out-pour of love. Join us for a long awaited and anticipated interview.
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Mommy Guilt
Hi Family, Welcome Back! Let's talk Mommy guilt and how consuming it can be, especially if you are a first time Mom (or a parent/caretaker in general). There are so many times where I felt myself comparing a season of parenting to others and feeling guilty that I had to work or spread my energy…
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Mommy & Toddler Breaks
Hey Family! On Today’s episode we are definitely navigating what breaks look like especially now that Cubby using his Talker (AAC Device) to let us know when he needs a break. Mommy & Toddler breaks are always much needed, but sometimes not as easy to come by.
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Cubby's First Trip to the Movies
Hi Family! We can officially cross going to the movies off of Cubby and I's bucket list. This is something that I have always wanted to do with him, but I would always find myself backing out due to the overwhelming amount of sensory components within a theater. It turned out better than I ever...
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Patience & Grace
Hi Everybody, Welcome Back! Are you finding yourself in a place where you are needing more patience than you feel like you have? Do the things you want seem far away? I've gotten quite a few compliments on my level of patience recently and how my patience as grown. Truthfully...over a lot of time...
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Ray of Sunshine & Kind Like Cubby Moment
We wanted to take a moment to uplift, encourage and support you today!
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Scheduled Summers
Hi Family, Welcome Back to another episode! We hope that you're able to enjoy your summer while maintaining a level of cool and sanity while your kiddos are out and about. It has definitely been an adjustment for us, but having a support system and a new mini routine is making all of the difference.
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A Clearer Vision
Hi Family! Welcome Back! School is out and summer is here and ready for all the adventures. Cubby has a new view on life, he got glasses!! We want to breakdown the process, the 2+ hour appointment and give you our experience at the Optometrist resulting in finding the perfect pair of lenses. Nano...
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Cubby, A Junior Special Olympian!
Hi Family, Welcome back to another episode! We are so excited to share Cubby's first experience with the Junior Special Olympics and showcase all the awesome skills that he's been working hard to improve upon during this physical therapy sessions. This was an incredible experience for him as well...
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Kind Like Cubby / Ray of Sunshine Moment (May Edition)
Hey Family, We want to encourage you regardless of whatever challenges that you may be facing today.
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Focused Frustrations
Hi Family,Welcome back and we are so excited to share another video for today's episode. Today I wanted to answer the question of how do I navigate Cubby's big emotions when he's primarily using non-verbal cues to communicate.
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Oh No, Tech Issues - No Episode Tonight
Hi Guys! We've ran into some tech difficulties getting the latest episode to post! In the mean-time feel free to catch up on previous episodes and we will touch base with you soon!
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Lunch Time Is The Best Time
Welcome back to another episode! How many times do you feel like your child or life in general is wanting a larger amount of time that what you have to give in that moment? I think that we all have been there especially when you feel like you are being pulled in a million different directions.…
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The Space to Accept
Hi Family! Today’s episode documents math and science night at Cubby’s school and an encounter that brought us hope for the future. 3…2…1…Blast Off!
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A Song for Success
Hi Family, Welcome Back to another episode! Today Cubby is going to surprise you guys with his latest vocals and give insight into how our love for music has helped us in our recent visits therapy visits. Cubby is very interested in music also as much as he loves numbers, but how can that be used...
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Better Speech w Lenora Edwards pt 3 (Adults & Seniors)
Hi Family, Welcome Back! A few episodes back we discussed how beneficial speech therapy is for newborns through high school aged children that shed so much light on how your speech needs can require a different set of skills as you entering into new stages of life. Did you know that adults and...
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Can A Toddler Teach You Rest?
Hi Family, Welcome Back! Have you ever tried to rest with a toddler? What if I told you that Cubby has actually brought a level of simplicity and ease to my life (even with all the appointments and constant energy)? I went from making plans the morning of, to having a built out schedule for him…
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Did Someone Say “Van Gogh”? Let’s Go!
Let’s talk about the coolest experience, the Immersive Van Gogh Experience!
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Better Speech w Lenora Edwards pt 2 (Middle School & High School Speech)
Hi Family, Welcome Back! Last week we discussed how beneficial speech therapy is for newborns, infants, toddlers and elementary school aged children that shed so much light on benefits during the earlier years. Did you know that your middle school and high school aged loved one can benefit just…
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Better Speech w/ Lenora Edwards, MS CCC Part 1 (Speech for Premies to Preschoolers)
Hi Family, Welcome Back! We have such a treat for you guys today and a podcast milestone as we have our first guest make their appearance! Ms. Lenora Edwards is an absolute gem and a true professional in the field of speech, we could've have asked for a better person to provide more insight into...
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Progression over Perfection
Hi Family, Welcome back to another episode! Join us in discussing how little adjustments can lead to really big milestones whether you make mistakes or make things up as you go. For this episode we will take a dive into Cubby using his motor skills for songs like "wheels on the bus" and gaining…
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Give Yourself Credit
Hi Family! Welcome Back to another episode, where we discuss fruits of different accomplishments that Cubby has made. A lot of times as a parent it is so easy for us to overlook the hand that we play into the day to day logistics and energy it takes to help our child achieve those goals. Whether...
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Every Journey Begins W/ The Perfect Pair
Hi Family, Welcome to the official first YouTube video kicking off season 3 of the raystaycoastin podcast! Today we are excited to show you Cubby's new Sure Step SMO's (orthotics) and how they help to improve the much needed everyday activity of his limbs. Don't forget to like share and subscribe.
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Spine Aligned & Grateful You're Mine
Hi Family, it's Season 3! We thank you for your patience as getting content onto Youtube has been more challenging than anticipated, but we couldn't wait much longer to connect with you! Join us as we discuss surprising Cubby at school for their Thanksgiving feast with his bestie and all the…
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Meet Us Where We're Going
Hi Family! Welcome Back to the season finale of Season 2. Can you believe that Cubby and I will hit our one-year podcast anniversary next week?! As we bring this season to a close, we wanted to discuss how it can be a great thing to meet a person where they are in a season of life, but we also…
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How Disciplined Are You Really??
Hi Family! Welcome Back, we are so excited to connect with you as we do a deep dive into a character trait that can be easily overlooked, that's right DISCIPLINE. No, no, not that kind of discipline, but the one that helps you stay consistent and complete your goals. Who else is a dreamer with…
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Getting It Wrong & Giving Grace
Hi Family, Welcome Back! As a parent we often times, do what we think is best and those decisions may not always have all the details/guidance that we need before we make them. Admitting that you made a mistake can be hard, but what about giving yourself grace for that mistake? Let's talk about…
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Book Fair Blessings
Hi Family, Welcome Back! Who remembers book fairs at school and how you wanted to purchase everything you laid your eyes on?? Well it’s safe to say that Cubs is definitely a fan and a secret prayer of mine was answered in the most unexpected way.
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Coming Against Fear - A Moment to Connect
Hi Family, Welcome Back! We are so excited to catch up this week and hope that this week has been smooth sailing for you guys. We just wanted to take a moment and come against this looming force of fear that seems to try to sneak its way into our futures. The emotion of fear never tells us the…
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Moving Forward While Frustrated
Hi Family, Welcome Back! We are so excited to catch up this week as Cubby started his new school year, expressing emotions verbally and how to move forward when you feel frustrated with the challenges of life.
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Healthy Environments
Hey Family! Welcome back to another episode we are super excited to spend time with you as we prepare for school to start and summer to end. Let’s talk healthy environments and how we try to create an environment of peace wherever we go.
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Give Yourself Credit
Hi Family, Welcome Back! We are so excited to be able to spend another Thursday with you and connect on what this week’s journey looks like for us. Have you ever found it hard to accept compliments or to clap for yourself? Let’s talk about giving yourself credit and the challenges that can…
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Confronting Comparison
Hey Family, WE ARE BACK!! We can't wait to catch up with you, while also enjoying the final weeks of summer. Let's talk about the trap that we all fall into and rarely want to admit, Comparison. We all do it, but are you letting it steal your joy and control your journey? Let's dig in.
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Rejection or Re-direction?
Hey Family, Welcome Back, we are so excited to share another Thursday with you and your loved ones. Is anyone else experiencing a season of "no's" or have you before? Let's talk about the initial impact of constantly hearing "no" and being what feels like rejected from something we may want…
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Achieving Through Affirmations
Hey Family! We are so excited to be back and spend time with y’all! I know we said that words have power, but how does that effect your mindset? Let’s about how affirming Cubby has given him the confidence to achieve faster and beyond what I imagined in this season, plus what it’s taught me about...
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Using Procrastination As A Pathway
Hi Family, Welcome Back to another episode! We are so excited to connect with you on our favorite day of the week. Calling all procrastinators front and center, let me be one of the first to pull of my chair as a (recovering) procrastinator party of 1. Who else is fearing, dreading and anxious...
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Fear As A Stepping Stone
Hey Family! Welcome back to another episode, we are so excited to connect with you all. Today is going to be a transparent Thursday and the topic is fear. What are you afraid of? What anxious thoughts are trying to rule your mind? Is fearing holding you back or are you using it to step forward?
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Are You Starting From Scratch or Experience??
Hi Family! Welcome back to another episode, we are so glad to connect with you and I finally have a voice again. Let’s talk about starting over and why that’s not always a bad thing. So many times we shy away from being transparent about how often we have to start over in this life because it…
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Ray of Sunshine & Kind Like Cubby Moment
Hi Family, Welcome back to another episode, Cubby and I just wanted to check in and spread some light into your week. Unfortunately, I am experiencing hoarseness but we wanted to leave you with your weekly gem regardless. Hopefully, my voice will be back in full swing next week because we have…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Calling parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, aunts, friends, teachers, therapists, and all other allies to join us as we navigate my son, Cubby, and I’s journey with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We will discuss the joy, curiosity, uncomfortableness, challenging, brilliant, and sometimes overwhelming blessing that comes with living and advocating for Autism in those we love. Connect with us at [email protected]
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raystaycoastin
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