Full Spectrum Parent: Christian Autism Support | Special Needs Parenting | Faith & Autism Resources
By Greg and Jessica Hurlbut and Christian Parenting
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Welcome to Full Spectrum Parent - the premier Christian podcast for autism and special needs parenting. Join pastors and autism parents Greg and Jessica Hurlbut as they share Biblical wisdom, practical strategies, and authentic encouragement for your special needs journey.
Each episode delivers a dose of help, a dose of humor, and a dose of hope. Greg and Jessica offer practical help for daily challenges, genuine humor to lighten your path, and faith-filled hope to strengthen your spirit.
Whether navigating IEP meetings, sensory challenges, or seeking God's purpose in special needs parenting, you'll find understanding and community here.
As part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network, Full Spectrum Parent combines clinical insights with Biblical truth to support your family's unique needs.
For more parenting resources and spiritual guidance, visit www.ChristianParenting.org.
New episodes are released biweekly to help you become the confident, faith-filled special needs parent God called you to be.
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The Other Side Of Autism: Growing Up With Siblings on the Spectrum
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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When they Wander: Understanding Autism and Elopement
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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Tylenol, Trump, and Parenting Trauma - What Autism Parents Need to Know
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Oct 24, 2025 |
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BONUS: Praying for your kids this school year
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Sep 08, 2025 |
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You Bet Your Stretch Marks: Finding Your Purpose in Motherhood
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Aug 22, 2025 |
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Advocating For Your Kids When You're a People Pleaser
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Jun 29, 2025 |
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Power Struggles in Parenting
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Jun 06, 2025 |
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Navigating Single Parenting With a Child on the Spectrum
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Apr 24, 2025 |
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Finding Joy When Life Doesn't Change
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Mar 29, 2025 |
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Finding God in our Pain & Embracing this Special Life
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Mar 17, 2025 |
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The Unbreakable Boy: A Father’s Fear, a Son’s Courage, and a Story of Unconditional Love
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Feb 17, 2025 |
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Extended Family and Special Needs: An Aunt’s Unique Perspective
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Jan 30, 2025 |
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Autism and Food
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Jan 13, 2025 |
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When the Holidays Hurt
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Dec 24, 2024 |
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Pimples, Periods, and Preteen Hormones: Navigating Puberty with Our Kids on the Spectrum
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Dec 09, 2024 |
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The Pros and Cons of Pursuing Medication
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Nov 14, 2024 |
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PDA and Grand-parenting a Child on the Spectrum
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Oct 18, 2024 |
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Autism Goes to the Movies: My 2 Favorite Movies on Autism and Why Everyone Needs to Watch Them
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Sep 29, 2024 |
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Burnout and Parenting a Child on the Spectrum
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Sep 13, 2024 |
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Life for Our Kids on the Spectrum After Aging Out of Special Education
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Jul 18, 2024 |
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Understanding the Levels of an Autism Diagnosis and Their Unique Challenges
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Jul 07, 2024 |
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When Autism Hits the Road: Tips and Trips for Summer Travel
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Jun 20, 2024 |
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Life with Autism: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
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Jun 07, 2024 |
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The Glass Children: The Invisible Siblings in a Special Needs Family
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May 10, 2024 |
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Pregnancy, Mom Guilt, and the Fear of Having Future Children feat. Rachelle Keng
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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How To Move From Self Dependence To God Dependence
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Apr 12, 2024 |
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Giving Up or Giving Grace?
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Mar 28, 2024 |
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Why I Wrote My Book and What God is Doing With It
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Mar 15, 2024 |
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Embracing A Season Of Hiddenness
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Mar 04, 2024 |
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Being On The Same Team As Parents
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Feb 09, 2024 |
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Our Story Continued
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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Finding God In Your Wilderness Season
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Dec 14, 2023 |
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Cultivating a Healthy Marriage as Special Needs Parents
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Nov 30, 2023 |
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Cultivating a Heart of Gratitude in Our Kids
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Nov 16, 2023 |
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Navigating Sensory Processing Disorder
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Nov 02, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Teenagers, Attraction, and Dating
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Oct 19, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Handling Anxiety In Young Children
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Oct 05, 2023 |
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Finding Hope After An Autism Diagnosis
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Sep 28, 2023 |
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Confessions of an Autism Mom
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Sep 14, 2023 |
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Self Care vs. Self Denial: Finding a Healthy Balance as Christian Parents
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Aug 31, 2023 |
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Back to School Tips for Kids on the Spectrum
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Aug 17, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Raising Soft-Hearted Kids in a Cruel World
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Aug 10, 2023 |
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Depression and Special Needs Parenting
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Aug 03, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Is Fairness in Parenting Possible?
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Jul 27, 2023 |
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Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Keeping the Faith feat. Lisa Appelo
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Jul 20, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Vacationing Without Your Child on the Spectrum?
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Jul 13, 2023 |
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Anxiety, Depression, Grief & Keeping the Faith feat. Becky Keife
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Jul 06, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Can Kids With Autism Know Jesus?
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Jun 29, 2023 |
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Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Keeping the Faith feat. Michele Cushatt
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Jun 22, 2023 |
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Being The Best Dad We Can Be feat. Bryan Ward
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Jun 08, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: How Much Is Too Much?
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Jun 01, 2023 |
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3 Tips To Survive Summer As A Special Needs Parent
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May 25, 2023 |
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Episode 50: Pinch of Practicality: Dealing With Rude Commentary
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May 18, 2023 |
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10 Words Of Wisdom For Special Needs Moms
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May 11, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: When Our Kids Doubt God
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May 04, 2023 |
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Safety First
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Apr 27, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Potty Training
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Apr 20, 2023 |
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Loving a Family with a Child on the Spectrum
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Apr 13, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Healing Autism ?
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Apr 06, 2023 |
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Parenting A Strong-Willed Child
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Mar 30, 2023 |
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The Comparison Trap
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Mar 16, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Teaching Responsibility
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Mar 09, 2023 |
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ADHD Woes
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Mar 02, 2023 |
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Managing Meltdowns
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Feb 16, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Sleeping Independently
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Feb 09, 2023 |
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It Takes A Village P.3 ABA Ins & Outs
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Feb 02, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Connecting With Your Child
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Jan 26, 2023 |
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It Takes A Village P.2 Social Services Support
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Jan 19, 2023 |
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Pinch of Practicality: Picky Eaters
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Jan 12, 2023 |
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It Takes A Village P.1 Self-Directive Services
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Jan 05, 2023 |
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Christmas Questions & Challenges
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Dec 22, 2022 |
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Praying WITH Our Kids feat. Erica Renaud
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Dec 08, 2022 |
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Praying FOR Our Typical Kids feat. Natalie Runion
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Nov 24, 2022 |
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Praying FOR Our Special Needs Kids
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Nov 10, 2022 |
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Surviving Halloween
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Oct 27, 2022 |
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Screen Time
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Oct 13, 2022 |
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The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.3
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Sep 29, 2022 |
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The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.2 feat. Jen Forsthoff
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Sep 15, 2022 |
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The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.1 feat. Heather Avis
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Sep 01, 2022 |
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Grief, Loss & Our Kids
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Aug 18, 2022 |
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Filters We Parent Through
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Aug 04, 2022 |
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Early Signs of Autism
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Jul 21, 2022 |
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Family Vacations & Autism 🫣
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Jul 07, 2022 |
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Letting Go: Learning To Release Our Kids Into The World (Part 3)
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Jun 23, 2022 |
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Letting Go: Learning To Release Our Kids Into The World (Part 2)
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Jun 09, 2022 |
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Letting Go: Learning To Release Your Kids Into The World (Part 1)
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May 26, 2022 |
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Foster Care & Adoption: "Lies, Truths, and Horror Stories" 😬
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May 12, 2022 |
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Ask Anything Part 2
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Apr 28, 2022 |
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Church Challenges & Kids
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Apr 07, 2022 |
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Help! I Can't Stop Yelling At My Kids :(
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Mar 24, 2022 |
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IEP's, 504's, and CSE's OH MY!
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Mar 10, 2022 |
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Medication and Our Kids
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Feb 24, 2022 |
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Typical Kids In A Special Needs Family
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Feb 10, 2022 |
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Ask Anything
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Jan 27, 2022 |
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School & Education
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Jan 13, 2022 |
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Sleep
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Dec 30, 2021 |
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Unmet Expectations
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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Mental Health & Parenting
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Dec 02, 2021 |
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Marriage First
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Nov 18, 2021 |
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Discipline
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Nov 04, 2021 |
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Autism Causes
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Oct 21, 2021 |
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Our Story
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Oct 05, 2021 |