The Spectrum Reality
Hi I'm mum to nine year old daughter Amelia. Amelia was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when she was four years old. On The Spectrum Reality I will talk about the issues I face day to day as a parent with a child on the spectrum. I will discuss the experiences I've encountered from the time of diagnoses to now. The most important message I've learned through all of this is that I'm not alone. So join me as I share my journey on the Spectrum Reality.
Episodes
In this episode I will talk about the effects of Autistic fatigue. A term I have only recently become familiar with. I will talked about the signs and symptoms that I notice in Amelia when she becomes fatigue and the causes of that fatigue which include things like school, therapy appointments and managing everyday self-care and life skills. I will also talk about ways to help children with ASD cope and recover fro...
In this episode I will talk about death and the passing of a loved one. I will talked about our personal experience of losing a loved one and how it as affected Amelia as she tries to understand why death occurs and what happens after a loved one has died.
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In this episode I will discuss hygiene, self-care and puberty, and how the smallest steps towards self-care are big achievements for people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I will talk about Amelia’s journey, from not being able to feed herself, dress herself, or brush her own teeth and all the little things that the everyday person takes for granted, to now when we are facing the next challenge of puberty and w...
In this episode I will discuss family life when living with a child on the spectrum. I will talk about family life in the home. Siblings and Autism, The challenges we face as a family, how it has affected our extended family, my own depression and anxiety and what has made us become closer as a family.
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In this episode I will discuss stimming, repetitive behaviours, sensory issues and stigmas that surround ASD children. I will also talk about how these types of behaviours can be seen and encouraged as passions and interests.
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Episode Four - The Benefits of Therapy for ASD Children
In this episode I will talk about therapy and the benefits of ongoing therapy. I will discuss the experiences that has helped, not only Amelia and her development, but has also helped me understand Autism and how to be a proactive parent to Amelia.
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Episode Three - ASD children and school.
I will talk about the journey of selecting the right school for Amelia. I will discuss the different types of schooling and the options available. I will also talk about Amelia's first week of school, the transition from AEIOU to school and the on-going challenges we face as we navigate the world of school.
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In Episode Two - Early Intervention, I will talk about the benefits of early intervention programs and how it made a positive impact on Amelia's life.
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Welcome to the first episode of The Spectrum Reality. This episode will discuss the journey of a parent facing the events that led her child to being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Introducing The Spectrum Reality podcast by Stefanie.
A parent's life and journey with an Autistic child on the Spectrum. The ups and downs and all that lies in between.
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