Living the Sky Life - Our Autism Journey

S5: Episode 182 - Through his new book, this autism dad shares practical advice & hopes to be a voice for other fathers who may be struggling.

S5: Episode 181 - Preparing but not stressing for adulthood & never losing hope that our kids will determine their own incredible future

S5: Episode 180 - Uncovering GI issues with a nonverbal teen and beginning to plan for adulthood

S5: Episode 179 - Keeping hope alive... and the power of 'yet'

S5: Episode 178 - Turning those labeled as "low functioning" into higher functioning individuals through a successful life & job skills training program

S5: Episode 177 - The importance of improving GI health to eliminate additional neurological effects caused by IBD/Crohn's/ Colitis

S5: Episode 176 - Diving deep into the methods of toilet training

S5: Episode 175 - Chatting with an OG of the Spelling Method for Communication and why it's important to always presume competence

S5: Episode 174 - Sharing a love of the outdoors & spending quality time with each other has created an unbreakable bond between these sisters

S5: Episode 173 - Appreciating her brother for his authenticity, ability to find enjoyment in the little things and naivety to negativity in the world

S5: Episode 172 - Declaring that her brother is amazing, this little sister loves that he constantly tries to make everyone laugh

S5: Episode 171 - A tremendous bond between brothers within a loving and supportive large family

S5: Episode 170 - Now an adult, this younger sister reflects on the many ways her relationship with her autistic brother has grown and become stronger

S5: Episode 169 - Today's guest takes her role as big sister & protector seriously as she shares with me all the ways she appreciates her autistic brother

S5: Episode 168 - Two brothers join me for a discussion about life as an autism sibling

S5: Episode 167 - My daughter shares her honest feelings about growing up with an autistic brother who has profound needs

S5: Episode 166 - Both a sibling and a mom to loved ones on the autism spectrum, Kylie has spent her life advocating for less ignorance & bullying and more inclusion & resources

S5: Episode 165 - Chatting with a special education teacher, who is also on the autism spectrum, about her new children's book 'Call Me Mosely'

S5: Episode 164 - The importance of identifying the good moments in each day and finding happiness within yourself. Choose your hard!

S5: Episode 163 - Choosing to put yourself first and having the strength to end an unhealthy relationship

S5: Episode 162 - Learning to communicate more clearly and overcome our natural instinct as autism parents to live in 'fight or flight' mode in our marriage

S5: Episode 161 - The importance of prioritizing your spouse and many other things a 33 year marriage has taught them

S5: Episode 160 - Keeping laughter, communication and teamwork at the forefront of our marriage

S5: Episode 159 - Navigating the minimal options available when our loved ones age out of traditional services

S5: Episode 158 - Empowering your vision of 'home' and helping families coordinate future housing options for their loved ones

S5: Episode 157 - Living by the motto 'what is standing in your way might just become the way' while enjoying and learning to navigate adulthood with her sons one day at a time

S5: Episode 156 - An overview of the various housing alternatives for autistic adults

S5: Episode 155 - Chatting with a Kentucky mom who decided to create a solution for adults with disabilities who have no options due to aging out

S4: Episode 154 (Solo Episode) - Neurotypical milestones and managing emotions

S4: Episode 153 - Sparked by a desire to encourage valuable conversations around kindness & inclusion, this incredible mom created a company to assist with her mission of Raising Rebels

S4: Episode 152 - Catching up with the Educated Debutante

S4: Episode 151 - Preparing for their adult son's future & dedicated to support the special needs community, these business savvy parents founded Sammy Socks to accomplish both of those goals

S4: Episode 150 - This outspoken dad and his autistic adult son have made it their mission to ensure every non-speaker in the world has access to Spelling to Communicate (S2C)... the revolution has b

S4: Episode 149 - Frustrated by the lack of clean, supplement options on the market, a passionate mom set out to change that and partnered with a medical professional to create Simple Spectrum Supplem

S4: Episode 148 - Assuming the role of full-time caregiver & homeschool teacher to her 12-year-old autistic son can be overwhelming, so this mom makes her own health & wellness a priority

S4: Episode 147 - After suffering much heartbreak & loss, this loving mom focuses on the joy, happiness & growth found in the journey raising her nonspeaking, autistic son

S4: Episode 146 (solo episode) - HAPPY 20TH BIRTHDAY SKYLER!!

S4: Episode 145 (Re-Release) - At 25, Emily typed her first words "I have been buried under years of dust." Those words would become the title of her memoir co-written with her mom

S4: Episode 144 - (Re-Release) "Be Kind To Everyone" and provide all children with opportunities to learn job skills & find joy in everything they do

S4: Episode 143 - (Re-release from 12/2021) Spreading joy throughout the world with their adult son's love of drawing, these parents share how they managed their expectations while navigating the toug

S4: Episode 142 - After years of observing therapy sessions with his son, this proud autism dad turned his passion for marketing into a mission to create therapy toys for all those with developmental

S4: Episode 141 - Letting go of personal guilt & control to allow your child to thrive, become independent and enjoy life in a group home

S4: Episode 140 - Choosing to live in the present and not sweat the small stuff, this UK mom learned from her son that joy can be found in the smallest things

S4: Episode 139 - Chatting with an autistic mom who is also raising two sons also on the autism spectrum about her family & soon to be released children's book

S4: Episode 138 - A strong believer in finding joy along your journey, this triathlon loving mom has helped her adult sons uncover their love of running while advocating about inclusion for the masses

S4: Episode 137 - Helping her son turn his passion for drawing into a fun family business, this NJ mom advocates and educates on the vast autism spectrum

S4: Episode 136 - Aging out of a broken system with no options leaves adult 'kids' & parents endlessly searching for support & opportunities throughout adulthood

S4: Episode 135 - Keep the focus on overall mental health! Finding a balance between inclusion, oversharing on social media and placing your loved one in an uncomfortable environment.

S4: Episode - 134 - Advice from this powerhouse mom... "Don't sit back and wait for services & don't be afraid to ask for help!" Build a large parent network around you and rally together to demand a

S4: Episode 133 - As a full time parent caregiver who is extremely sleep deprived, this mom struggles to find time to pursue her passions & dreams