Embracing Neurodivergent Parenting: Discipline, Acceptance, and Support

This script emphasizes understanding and accepting behaviors as manifestations of a child's disability. It encourages parents to rewire their perspectives, adopt neurodivergent affirming practices, and provide unwavering support. The script highlights the necessity of showing self-compassion and loving the child as they are. The show provides more than 9 tips for disciplining a child with autism through a neurodivergent affirming perspective. The strategies range from self-regulation and changing the environment to allowing the child to face reasonable natural consequences.

Additionally, it references an article from Very Well Family that offers specific discipline strategies.

https://www.verywellfamily.com/discipline-strategies-for-children-with-autism-4005045

00:00 Introduction to Neurodivergent Parenting 15:43 Understanding Behaviors and Acceptance 15:57 Encouragement for Parents 16:23 Final Thoughts and Resources

The Parents Guide to Advocacy: Empowering Resilient Families

In this episode of 'The Parents Guide to Advocacy,' host Ashley Hinkle shares her mission to equip parents with the tools needed to advocate for their children's unique educational needs. Reflecting on personal experiences, Ashley discusses the challenges of raising neurodivergent children and managing household chaos. She emphasizes self-reflection, personal growth, and equipping oneself with the necessary skills to support children effectively. Ashley also provides practical tips for finding stability, such as seeking therapy, building new friendships, and defining core values. Additionally, she underscores the importance of self-regulation, conflict avoidance, and allowing children to learn from their experiences. She urges parents to be resilient, adaptive, and to zoom out to see the bigger picture in chaotic situations. Finally, Ashley invites listeners to leave reviews, visit her website SparkEducationAdvocacy.org, and explore parent coaching and IEP representation services to become better advocates for their children.

00:00 Welcome to Your Advocacy Journey: Empowering Parents 00:40 The Domino Effect: Navigating Family Chaos 03:27 Self-Reflection: The Key to Changing Family Dynamics 04:05 Empowering Choices: Letting Go to Grow 08:45 Practical Tips for Stability and Self-Care 11:17 Avoiding the Cycle of Chaos: Strategies for Peace 13:07 Choosing Resilience: Overcoming Challenges with Strength 14:48 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Advocacy

Empowering Parents: Advocacy for Neurodivergent Children

Ashley Hinkle hosts a comprehensive guide for parents on advocacy for neurodivergent children, focusing on equipping and empowering them to advocate for their children's unique educational needs. Ashley discusses the challenges and successes of raising neurodivergent children, specifically addressing concerns around bullying and how it can impact children with conditions like autism and ADHD. The script outlines practical strategies for parents to support their children, including teaching them about different forms of bullying, how to handle encounters assertively, and the importance of building a supportive community. Ashley emphasizes the need for parents to manage their anxieties to better advocate for their children, sharing personal experiences and suggesting ways to become resilient advocates. The guide also includes tips on finding therapeutic support, creating a neurodivergent-affirming environment, and preparing children to stand up against bullying confidently. Resources and coaching opportunities for navigating IEP meetings and the special education system are offered to help parents become effective advocates.

00:00 Welcome to the Parents Guide to Advocacy 00:50 Navigating Bullying Concerns for Neurodivergent Children 01:37 Personal Reflections on Bullying and Advocacy 05:13 Strategies to Empower Children Against Bullying 09:58 Building a Supportive Community and Conclusion

Resources:

Federal anti-bullying laws

https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/laws/federal

Common components of state anti-bullying laws

https://www.stopbullying.gov/resources/laws/key-components

How disability-related Harassment impacts a Child’s Right to education section 504 and Title II

https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/letters/colleague-bullying-201410.pdf

Article: The difference between Teasing and Bullying

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/difference-between-teasing-and-bullying

Article: How to Defend Kids from Bullies

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/how-to-defend-kids-from-bullies

Article: Bullying Laws: Your Child’s Rights at School

https://www.understood.org/en/articles/bullying-laws