Episode 86: How Models of Disability Shape Ou...

Are we helping Autistic children thrive, or simply teaching them to comply? In this though-provoking solo episode, Cari challenges professionals and caregivers to take a closer look at the goals, expectations, and practices shaping autism services. Are we honoring communication o ...  Show more

Cari and Jim discuss why caregiver coaching is such a challenging component of Early Intervention. They explore the mindset shift from treating children to empowering caregivers, explain the powerful M&M analogy, and share practical insights to help providers build caregiver conf ...  Show more

If your child has ever screamed in a library, had a melt down in the freezer aisle, or if you've ever felt like apologizing for having kids (you don't!), then this episode is for you. In this episode of Childproof, Tori and Gwenna discuss the unpredictable nature of parenting, pa ...  Show more

Do your kids run around the house all day with little or no structure? Do they struggle with whining, boredom, or discontentment? Join Ginger Hubbard and Katy Morgan for another edition of “Ask Ginger” (also known as “Q & A Day”) as they discuss age-appropriate ideas for structur ...  Show more

Screen time can be a hot button issue for many parents. This week, Nicole and Amy approach screen time from a Montessori perspective. We discuss some Montessori principles that influence our choices to limit screen time with our families. We share how much screen time we allow an ...  Show more

If you're a Montessori teacher who is having challenges in the classroom -- say you have a disruptive child, or a loud child, or maybe a room full of disruptive, loud children -- then this episode is for you. (And if you're just a curious parent, you'll gain some too.)