
Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
Some people think of disabilities as "special needs." But as parents of children with disabilities, we know our kids just have needs... like everyone else. Settle in with our podcast for real talk about advocacy, friendships, developmental delays, evaluations, IEPs, sensory meltdowns, autism, and all the ups and downs that come with this gig. We don’t have all the answers, but we promise to try to figure it out with you. Join us.
Just Needs: parenting children with disabilities
5 things to do if your autistic child needs an ambulance
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Exceptional Lives
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Season 1
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Episode 32
If you are parenting an autistic child, you know that accidents and ambulances can be particularly overwhelming. Here’s what one mom did to make things easier on her child during an emergency.
Resources mentioned in this episode
- What is Sensory Processing? And can it help explain my child’s behavior?
- Co-regulation: your secret tool for managing meltdowns
- What strategies can I give my child to help her be understood?
- How to advocate for your child with a disability… and get results
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