Parenting Autism
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
149 episodes
E148: 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)...
E147: 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 Dail...
E 146: 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 lear...
E 145: 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. ...
E 144: 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 tal...
E 143: 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 ...
E142: Our Experience with Luecovorin + 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 F...
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) f...
E140: 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 Therap...
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 C...
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 listen...
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 visi...
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...
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. <...
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 i...
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 bloo...
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...
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...
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 returne...
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. ...
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...
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 ...
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! ...
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 parentin...
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,...