Episodes Archive - Page 14 of 16

Episode #23: Support for Caregivers of Special Needs Children

Show Notes:

Being a caregiver for special needs children is not an easy path, and our mission on the Water Prairie Chronicles is to come alongside disability families and give them support. In today’s episode, Kristin Faith Evans joins Tonya to share her story of being a medical mama and caregiver for special needs children. Kristin talks about how her journey began with her first child and how her parenting path changed after her second child entered the family.

This is the first episode of a 2-part series with Kristin, and we think you’ll enjoy meeting this author, speaker, mother, wife, and mental health specialist!

Kristin would love to hear from you! Connect with her through the Disability Parenting Blog (formerly the Special Needs Moms Blog) at disabilityparenting.com and let her know you heard about her blog on the Water Prairie Chronicles!

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Episode #22: Autistic Friendship

Show Notes:

Autistic Friendship: How to help your autistic child make friends

A popular search topic for autistic adults is, “How to make friends as an autistic person.” Many parents of autistic children want to find out how to help your autistic child make friends. Why is this a difficult topic to find help with?

In this episode of the Water Prairie Chronicles, Tonya talks with Praveen Sriram about the topic of “Autistic Friendship.” Praveen shares how his life was as a child and some of the tips he has found that help him make friends as an autistic adult. He’s found some creative ways to meet others even during the Covid 19 pandemic and has some suggestions for children and parents who are looking for help with how to find friends as an autistic person.

Questions for Praveen can be sent to info@waterprairie.com with “Episode 22″ or “Friendship” in the subject line.

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Episode #21: Swimming Blind

Show Notes:

Have you ever wondered how do blind swimmers know to flip on their turns or how do blind swimmers know when to dive on relays? In this interview with Evan Wilkerson, Tonya learns about his journey of learning to swim as a blind athlete and what his goals are for the future. Evan shares some of the tips he’s learned about training in the pool when you can’t see the lines at the bottom of the pool and talks about what it takes to qualify for the Paralympics.

Questions for Evan can be sent to info@waterprairie.com with “Episode 21” in the subject line.

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Survive The Wild Video Game: http://www.samtupy.com/games/stw/

USA Swimming: https://www.usaswimming.org/

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Episode #20: How Volunteerism Can Change Your World

How can one encounter change your world? Meet Coach John, a volunteer coach for the Miracle League of the Triangle, and hear how one simple conversation changed his life and led to the start of the UB4ME Foundation.

In this episode, Tonya talks with John Davison, a volunteer with the Miracle League of the Triangle for over ten years. John tells what first brought him to the Miracle League and why he continues to volunteer with the organization. He also shares how that experience has led him to form the UB4ME Foundation to support other non-profit organizations as well as encourage more community support for the Miracle League.

If you’re looking for a Miracle League baseball program near you, see the links below for contacts with the National office of the Miracle League, and get connected as a player, coach, or volunteer. It will change your life!

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Contact John:

UB4MEFoundation.com

Miracle League of the Triangle (NC) Contact Information:

Website: Mltriangle.comYouTubeInstagram: @mlofthetriangleTwitter: @mlofthetraiangleFacebook: @MiracleLeagueOfTheTriangle

Find a Miracle League near you: https://www.miracleleague.com/find-a-miracle-league/

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Episode #19: How to Start a Miracle League Baseball Program

Show Notes:

Hear the story about how the Miracle League of the Triangle in North Carolina got started and how you can start a program in your area.

In this episode, Tonya talks with Robin Rose, one of the co-founders of the Miracle League of the Triangle about some of the things he did to help get their program started. During the interview, Robin gives tips for others who might want to start a program.

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Miracle League of the Triangle (NC) Contact Information:

Website: Mltriangle.com

YouTube

Instagram: @mlofthetriangle

Twitter: @mlofthetraiangle

Facebook: @MiracleLeagueOfTheTriangle

Episode #19 Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

Photos used with permission from Miracle League of the Triangle and Cary Magazine.

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The Miracle League of the Triangle

The Miracle League of the Triangle is a special place for kids with disabilities! This program of baseball for special needs children offers teams for kids from age 5-65 and has teams playing in Cary, Raleigh, and Durham, NC.

Join Tonya as she interviews Benjy Capps, the Executive Director of the Miracle League of the Triangle, and learn more about what Miracle League baseball is all about.

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Miracle League of the Triangle (NC) Contact Information:

Website: Mltriangle.com

YouTube

Instagram: @mlofthetriangle

Twitter: @mlofthetraiangle

Facebook: @MiracleLeagueOfTheTriangle

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Episode #18: Miracle League Baseball for Special Needs Children

Join Tonya as she interviews Benjy Capps, the Executive Director of the Miracle League of the Triangle, and learn more about what Miracle League baseball is all about.

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Miracle League of the Triangle (NC) Contact Information:

Website: Mltriangle.com

YouTube

Instagram: @mlofthetriangle

Twitter: @mlofthetraiangle

Facebook: @MiracleLeagueOfTheTriangle

Photos used with permission from Miracle League of the Triangle and Cary Magazine.

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Episode #17: Brody the Lion Books for Children

Tonya continues her interview from last week’s episode with Dr. Kristin Wegner, a clinical psychologist who works with autistic children along with children who may have other sensory needs to help them unlock the door and experience the world around them. During this part of the interview, Dr. Wegner introduces the Brody the Lion book series. The series of books for autistic children was written as a way to help any child who needs to prepare for change and may have difficulty when things don’t go as they expected them to go and include a special section of tips for parents to help them teach their child and prepare them for different challenges they may face.

The Brody the Lion series is an excellent addition to your library for your child, and, after meeting Brody and watching this video, we think you’ll want to get these books for your children and grandchildren! We’ve included the links below for anyone who wants to purchase through Amazon or Dr. Wegner’s website.

If you missed Episode #16 with Dr. Wegner, you can find it HERE. She gave some fantastic tips for parents of young children on who to call if you think you see autistic traits in your child so you can get started with early interventions and help your child open the door to the world around them as well as how to know if the therapy you’re starting will be a positive experience for your child.

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Dr. Wegner’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brody.the.lion/

Dr. Wegner’s website: https://www.brodythelion.com/

Brody the Lion Shopping Page: https://brodythelion.shop/ (Books, plush animals, stickers, and book bundles are available)

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Episode #16: Autism Early Diagnosis and Intervention

In this episode of the Water Prairie Chronicles, Emily Wollum returns to give us an update on the Inclusive Sports Program she told us about in episode #2. Goalball is a new sport for her college recreational sports program and has been a great inclusive sports example for the students at the school Emily shares how the program worked out this Spring and some of the lessons she learned about running an inclusive sports program.

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Tonya speaks with Dr. Kristin Wegner, a clinical psychologist who works with autistic children along with children who may have other sensory needs to help them unlock the door and experience the world around them. During the interview, Dr. Wegner shares information about how early a child might show signs of being autistic, the difference between early ABA therapy and that being used today, tips for parents, and if an autistic child should have an IEP or a 504 plan.

This is the first half of the interview with Dr. Wegner, and the second half will be released in episode #17 where Dr. Wegner will introduce the Brody the Lion book series for parents of young autistic children. The books are a great tool for parents of all children to use to help their children prepare for changes in routines and new experiences. Be sure to watch episode #17!

Dr. Wegner’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brody.the.lion/

Dr. Wegner’s website: https://www.brodythelion.com/

Brody the Lion Shopping Page: https://brodythelion.shop/ (Books, plush animals, stickers, and book bundles are available)

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Episode #15: Inclusive Sports Example – Goalball

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Episode #14: The History and Symbols of Autism

Show Notes:

When you think of the word “autism,” what images come to mind for you? Do you think of the autism puzzle piece? Is there a symbol for autism that means something to you? Who was the first person with autism?

In this episode of the Water Prairie Chronicles, I’m going to talk about some of the more common symbols used to represent autism and the history and meaning behind them. To do this, we’ll also dig into the history of when autism was first diagnosed and some of the changes that have occurred in diagnosing autism over the last century.

Some of the references mentioned during this episode are listed below for you to explore on your own. These are listed in the order they are referenced during the episode:

Websites referenced:
https://www.britannica.com/science/autism
https://www.autisticempire.com/2018/07/30/so-you-think-the-mmr-jab-is-dangerous/
https://otsimo.com/en/history-of-autism-when-was-autism-first-diagnosed/
https://theplaceforchildrenwithautism.com/autism-blog/autisms-colors-symbols
http://web.archive.org/web/20070714093137/http:/www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=364&a=2183
https://studybreaks.com/thoughts/puzzle-piece-infinity-symbolas-a-symbol-for-autism/
https://goodautismschool.com/autism-symbol/
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/awareness-pride-evolution-autism-symbols-from-1963-amber/?trk=articles_directory

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