Parenting Special Needs Podcast show

Parenting Special Needs Podcast

Summary: Parenting Special Needs Magazine now has a Podcast!! Parenting Special Needs’ Podcast provides practical tips, shares life’s lessons, tackles the challenges and celebrates the joys of one of life’s greatest gift. Get empowered, educated and inspired with host and Parenting Special Needs Magazine Publisher/Creator, Chantai Snellgrove as she keeps us informed on the latest trends in the special needs community. She will discuss books, ideas and news you want to hear, as well as interview special guests like parents, authors, industry experts, doctors, trendsetters, and all-around successful people that understand what we are all going through, as well as different ways to navigate the, often times, confusing questions, frustration and diagnoses. As a special needs parent, Chantai knows that “Together, we learn from others who have been on this path before us.”

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 The Wren’s Kevin Whalen’s New Solo Album | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast] Welcome to Parenting Special Needs Live Show Today Special Guest is Kevin Whalen from the WRENS. Ever feel like you had to put your dreams on hold?!!? Feel like life threw you a “curveball” and now you’re too old to chase your dreams? Well Today’s special Rockstar, father, Guest, knows this feeling all too well. He is the longtime bassist and member of the Wrens…..Kevin Whelan. Kevin also has a son that is nonverbal and autistic. He’s starting to think that this might be his last shot at following his dream of being a Rockstar….so, he’s going for it!! He’s here today to talk to us about his newly released first solo album that, might I say, was inspired by his son? #uplifiting #inspiring

 Sibling’s TRUE Feelings, Resentment, and More! | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast] In this video, I talk with siblings about their TRUE & REAL feelings about being a sibling to a brother or sister with special needs. I believe this is a crucial conversation that needs to be heard by all, especially parents and families, so we can start acknowledging, validating, and making small changes to make a BIG difference in our children’s lives. Read more from Emily Holl – Getting Real about Resentment and Finding Small Ways to Make a Big Difference for Siblings on pg. 8 in this issue of Parenting Special needs Magazine. https://bit.ly/31SbJae How To Let Young Siblings Know You Care [Grab our FREE guide] What Siblings would like Parents and Service Providers to Know [Grab our FREE guide]

 Real-life tips to find, train, and enjoy having a childcare provider | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

  [Click to Listen to Podcast] Today I’ve asked Robin Suzelis to join us. Robin is a mom with two beautiful boys on the autism spectrum. She’s the Director of the Autism Society of Mahoning Valley Youngstown, Ohio, and she, along with her husband, is the co-owner of the Ohio Naturopathic Wellness center for the past 20 years. Robin is one of the featured mothers in our “mom makeovers” from the “Inside-out” article. Robin mentioned that one of the things working in her life right now is having time with her husband. She has spent a lot of time and resources finding and keeping good childcare. So, today I’ve asked her to come and share with us how she has been able to find and train childcare providers.  

 Mandy Harvey deaf singer using her voice for disability inclusion | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast]   Mandy lost her hearing but found her voice and is using it to change the world to advance disability inclusion and accessibility. Do you recognize the name, Mandy Harvey? Some of you may recognize her name. She was a singing contestant on America’s Got Talent in 2017 and received a golden buzzer from none other than Simon Cowell.   Mandy Harvey’s six music videos from her anticipated album, PAPERCUTS, share messages of positivity and disability inclusion — and raise awareness of the talented pool of people with disabilities who are ready, willing, and able to work. Mandys featured song “Masterpiece” emphasizes positivity about overcoming challenges beyond a person’s control. American Sign Language (ASL) music videos have also been released for every song on the album to support making music more accessible.   Voya is sponsoring the production of five additional music videos to be released between now and mid-April, with one new video released every two weeks.   The music videos reflect the shared commitment of Harvey and Voya to advance inclusion – with an emphasis on people with disabilities. They align with Voya’s focus on serving people with disabilities, special needs, and caregivers through its Voya Cares® program. Harvey, who lost her hearing when she was 18 years old due to a connective tissue disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, is an advocate for the deaf community.   “We are proud to help share Mandy’s positive messaging with the world by making her inspirational music more widely available and accessible,” said Rodney O. Martin, Jr., chairman, and CEO, Voya Financial, Inc.   I’m excited to team up with Voya once again to support inclusion and accessibility – for everyone,” said Harvey. “I hope that my music and videos can inspire others to celebrate the things that make them unique, not to give up, and to show a different side of what a disability looks like. For example, I’m a musician, and I happen to be proudly deaf.”   #uplifiting #inspiring

 Who’s the Bus Driver? You’ll want to remember this Riddle? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

Today, I want to share this riddle with you because I think it is perfect and maybe even a fun way to help you understand YOUR SIGNIFICANCE during IEP meetings and your child’s education. I will first read the original riddle to you and then share my revised riddle to illustrate my point. See what you think?     Plan for your Child’s IEP Meeting Download and Print Out Your Copy of My Child’s Pre-IEP Worksheet Use this PSN-created form to guide you to gather, organize and present your thoughts and ideas about your child at his or her all-important annual IEP meeting. Related Podcast: How Parents Can Prepare for an IEP Meeting    

 How has the pandemic taken a toll on your loved one’s mental health? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast] We all know the pandemic has taken a toll on all of us. But, how is the pandemic showing up in your loved ones’ mental health? Could it be Academic decline? Increase in anxiety or depression? A slide in social skills? I’ve asked Dr. Chiarelli (Dr. C for kids) to join us today. Dr. Chiarelli is a psychologist who maintains a private practice in Pediatric and Adolescent Psychology, and he consults at several mental health agencies in Ohio. Today, he will share his expert opinion on how the pandemic may be impacting your loved ones’ mental health. Related: Routines Improving Transitions: When it’s Time to Change, You’ve Got to Rearrange

 Is weight an Issue for your Loved one? Can they be healthy at every size? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

We have always struggled with weight issues in our house, and we’ve tried every diet without success. Is weight an issue for your loved one? Do you struggle with what foods they should eat or AVOID? How to teach them moderation? Can the medicines our loved ones take contribute to weight issues? Today, we’ve asked Logan Sullivan to join us. Logan Sullivan is the owner of LS Nutrition she is a non-diet///// weight inclusive////// registered dietitian. Who specializes in ////disorder eating and eating disorders. I’ve asked her to join us today to talk with us about A non-diet? Being healthy at every size? What to eat what to avoid? How to explain and teach moderation? And discuss if medicines contribute to weight issues?

 Check It Out! This Month’s Special Finds | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast] CHECK THESE OUT! Michele hand-selected some interesting items to help you and your loved one! Click and see if you agree? We’re happy to know that product #2 exists.  

 Family Live Chat: Help! Tackling Social Media | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast] Do You Need Help Tackling Social Media for your Loved One? We certainly did! In this video, parents share their loved ones’ real-life experiences with social media, what they did and what may help guide us. Tune in because learning to navigate this new territory can be daunting and overwhelming. These Family Chats are led and sponsored by parents and professionals from Parenting Special Needs, Home and Community Positive Behavior Support Network, Parent to Parent USA, and The Partnership for People with Disabilities at Virginia Commonwealth University. Resources Mentioned in Family Chat Online Safety: https://connect.missingkids.org/products/real-tips-for-online-safety Social Media Dilemma: https://www.thesocialdilemma.com/ Parent guide to Internet Safety https://www.commonsensemedia.org/privacy-and-internet-safety Internet Safety Resources: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/internetsafetyforkids/resources/1/   From our partners at  BridgingApps.org  Keeping Kids Safe on iPhones & iPads | Set Up Screentime, Downtime, & Restrictions We created a printable with images and a video on setting restrictions, using screen time, etc. on Apple devices right after lockdowns started happening. Here is a blog that combines both of those pieces of information:  https://bridgingapps.org/keeping-kids-safe-on-iphones-ipads-set-up-screentime-downtime-restrictions/   Life360 A quick video about downloading, setting up, and using Life360. Here is the link to the video: https://youtu.be/PzwGDnEJN3s ALERT: In creating this video I noticed that there are several copycats of this app that use similar names and even the logo.  You might want to warn parents to look carefully when shopping in the app store.  Also, I only use the free version and it has a lot of features, however Amy B uses the paid version (she has more driving children in her house, I only have 1 right now).  I would encourage parents to use the free version for a month or so to make sure they like it, I think they will be pleasantly surprised at the amount of free features.   Summer Internet Surfing Keeping Kids Safe Online Summer Internet Surfing Keeping Kids Safe Online   Digital Safety: An Ongoing Conversation https://www.parentingspecialneeds.org/article/digital-safety-an-ongoing-conversation/   Screen Addiction! Can You Reset Your Child’s Brain? Screen Addiction! Can You Reset Your Child’s Brain?    

 Life Plans: Can you envision your loved one’s future? | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

[Click to Listen to Podcast] Does thinking about your child’s future give you NIGHTMARES?? Well, today, we’re talking about LIFE PLANS…. with Eric Goll. He sheds some light on why life plans are essential for our loved ones and us. #empoweringability #lifeplans #awesomeordinarylife You are cordially invited to join Eric’s Free Life Plan Workshop on February 22 and 24. [FREE WORKSHOP] Register for the ‘Life Plan Workshop’ and discover the 7-step system to build their life plan. [LIVE: February 22 & 24 @ 7 PM ET!] Register HERE (free) https://www.empoweringability.org/psn/…. Video Link: https://youtu.be/zDP6PgJjl8I

 Goals and Plans Are Not Enough! | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

As special needs parents, we focus on goals and plans, but they are not enough!!! I’ve learned a few things I like to share that may help you. [Click to Listen to Podcast]   Read about Empowering Ability on page 8 of this issue of Parenting Special Needs Magazine. Professionals from our directory answer and share advice. This tip is courtesy of Joseph M. Mersol. The most impactful task families or caregivers can do to ensure continuity for their child with special needs is to create a “Letter of Intent.”  A letter of love to your child and for those who will be entrusted with his and her care. The goal of this document is to memorialize your knowledge of your child’s needs to help guide future caregivers, guardians, trustees, and courts in understanding your hopes and dreams for your child. [Download] Here is a Free “Letter of Intent” PDF for you to Download.

 Parents of Children with Special Needs Get the Results You Want! | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

This video talks about creating systems to help you maximize your time and achieve your desired goals in all areas of life to get the results you want! [Click to Listen to Podcast]

 2021 Reflecting on Lessons Learned to help us raise a child with Special Needs | File Type: audio/x-m4a | Duration: Unknown

As 2021 draws to an end we want to take the time to reflect, not only on the lessons we have learned but the insights we have gained. Both help us to guide and encourage our children on their journeys. Thank you to those who have shared their knowledge and expertise, you have helped to make our lives a little easier and have contributed to the success of our children. [Click to Listen to Podcast]   Articles Mentioned in LIVE Cody Breaking the Tape: How Disabilities Didn’t Stop Him in Life Getting Real about Resentment and Finding Small Ways Have you ever wished for a “Blankin” BREAK ??? Getting Real about Resentment and Finding Small Ways House Guests: A How To Medwaiver Program How the Waiver Can Help Your Child          

 9 Mindsets to Help our Kids with Temple Grandin, Ph.D. and Debra Moore, Ph.D. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Join us in today’s live with Temple Grandin, Ph.D., and co-author Debbie Moore, Ph.D., as they share great information on their new book Navigating Autism: 9 Mindsets to Help Kids on the Spectrum. [Click to Listen to Podcast] Check Out our 2021 Holiday and Holi-deals Gift Guide     Here is the affiliate link to their book. Navigating Autism: 9 Mindsets to Help Kids on the Spectrum: https://amzn.to/3oA8hgQ Empowering Mindsets that can be applied to develop the full potential of every child.     Avoid Label Locking    Free Download: Positive Behavior Support Green Zone Checklist

 Have you ever wished for a “Blankin” BREAK ??? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

? Have you ever wished for a “Blankin” BREAK ??? Today, we are pleased to welcome Dr. Mintz to discuss “Breaks,” “Me Time” or Respite, And discuss ways we can actually incorporate it into our lives. [Click to Listen to Podcast]         Action Behavior Centers – ABA Therapy for Autism

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