Autistic and ADHD Kids Parenting Strategies: Every Brain is Different

• Supporting Kids Who Stutter with Jason Heffler | Ep. 135

  In this episode, Samantha and Lauren welcome Jason Heffler, author of 'Tongue Tied'. Jason shares his personal journey of growing up with a stutter and the challenges he faced, including bullying. His book is designed to help children with speech disorders gain confidence and understand that their speech does not define them.Jason discusses the importance of representation in literature and offers valuable tips for parents to support their children, like praising the effort rather than fluency and teaching empathy and resilience.The discussion touches on the power of acknowledgment, as Jason highlights how owning his stutter changed his life and career prospects.He elaborates on cognitive reframing strategies and the use of music as a therapeutic tool, sharing his own experiences as a DJ and writer in the music industry. 00:00 Intro00:41 Meet Jason Heffler: Author and Advocate01:27 Jason's Journey with Stuttering02:48 The Inspiration Behind 'Tongue Tied'04:00 Supporting Children with Speech Impediments09:58 The Power of Music in Overcoming Stuttering12:53 Advice for Parents on Bullying and Empathy15:18 Acknowledging and Embracing Neurodiversity19:35 Resources and Final Thoughts Connect with Samantha: https://www.everybrainisdifferent.comGet the Book: https://amzn.to/478a2H8Connect with Jason: https://rebrand.ly/tonguetied  Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent

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• Following Your Child’s Lead: Redefining Autism Support with Jennifer Celeste Briggs | Ep. 134

  In this episode, Samantha and Lauren interview Jennifer Celeste Briggs, a mother who shares her transformative experience with the Sunrise program. Jennifer talks about how the program, which she tailored for her daughter, significantly improved her language and social skills.We explore the importance of meeting children where they are, the collaborative effort between parents and professionals, and the impact of patient and targeted interaction on neurodivergent children.Jennifer also talks about her book, "Watching Sarah Rise," which documents their journey and offers recommendations for other parents navigating similar paths. 00:00 Introduction00:39 Meet Jennifer Celeste Briggs!02:18 The Sunrise Program03:50 Therapy Approaches and Parenting Insights05:27 Challenges and Successes in Therapy10:08 Collaborating with Professionals and Schools21:37 Jennifer's Book and Resources for Parents24:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Harkla: https://harkla.co/?rfsn=8804907.29f26d5Get the Book here! https://amzn.to/42SAUt7 Connect with Jennifer:Website: https://www.watchingsarahrise.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifercelestebriggsauthorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifercelestebriggsauthor/ Other Resources:Autism Treatment Center of America: https://autismtreatmentcenter.org/Autism Optimism International: https://www.autismoptimisminternational.com/Autistic Logistics Book: https://amzn.to/4gPNBeb  Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent

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• Tools for Moms in Burnout Part 3: Self-Regulation Strategies | Ep. 133

  In this episode, Samantha and Lauren discuss the conclusion of their conversation on managing mom's mental load.They provide five practical strategies to help moms regulate stress and manage interruptions, including the one-minute reset, setting interruption boundaries, sensory swaps, a decision diet, and maintaining a daily white space block.Additionally, they discuss the importance of co-regulation and self-care, emphasizing that a well-supported mom is a better-regulated mom, which benefits the entire family. 00:00 Introduction to Every Brain Is Different Podcast00:47 Addressing Autism Causes and Concerns01:37 Mom's Mental Load: Recap and New Strategies02:25 Micro Regulation Techniques04:18 Interruption Boundaries06:20 Sensory Swap and Decision Diet09:31 Daily White Space Block15:47 Weekly Routine and Family Meetings22:13 Homework and Final Thoughts Join the Neurodivergent Parenting Community: https://www.everybrainisdifferent.com/membership  Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent

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• Tools for Moms in Burnout Part 2: Delegation and Ownership | Ep. 132

  In this episode, Samantha and Lauren continue their discussion on managing the mental load experienced by moms. They address the difficulties of delegating household responsibilities and provide practical steps to shift tasks to family members or others to alleviate stress.Samantha and Lauren emphasize the importance of accepting different methods of task completion, trusting the process, and providing clear instructions and ownership of tasks.They also offer valuable advice on involving children in household responsibilities in age-appropriate ways, all aimed at reducing burnout and creating a more balanced family dynamic. 00:00 Introduction00:43 Continuing the Conversation on Mental Load00:59 Shifting Responsibilities to Reduce Mental Load01:24 Overcoming Blocks in Delegation04:42 Steps to Effective Delegation16:35 Involving Kids in Household Responsibilities23:27 Scripts for Effective Communication Join the Community: https://www.everybrainisdifferent.com/membership  Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent

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• Tools for Moms in Burnout: Boundaries, Breaks, and Resets | Ep. 131

  In this episode, Samantha and Lauren discuss the mental load carried by moms, marking the beginning of a three-week series on the topic. They explore the often-overwhelming responsibilities that mothers juggle daily, from managing household chores to coordinating children's schedules.Samantha and Lauren emphasize the significance of self-care and provide practical advice on managing sensory input, making micro-decisions, and employing positive self-talk methods to alleviate stress and prevent burnout.A structured approach for recognizing and managing different stages of overwhelm is introduced. 00:00 Introduction to Every Brain Is Different Podcast00:43 The Mental Load of Moms01:51 Strategies for Offloading Responsibilities03:44 Understanding the Mental Load of Motherhood08:05 Stages of Overwhelm: Whisper, Talk, Shout13:32 Practical Tips for Managing Overwhelm14:49 Parenting Power Hour Invitation23:52 Daily Check-ins and Reset Strategies27:40 Recommended Self-Care App: Finch29:05 Conclusion and Support Resources Finch App: https://finchcare.com/ Join the Neurodivergent Parenting Community: https://www.everybrainisdifferent.com/membership  Connect with Samantha Foote!Website: https://everybrainisdifferent.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everybrainisdifferentYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@everybrainisdifferent

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