Welcome to Episode 202 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

This week, we focus on the incredibly important topic of water safety for kids on the autism spectrum, as they are 160 times more likely to drown than neurotypical kids.

We’re joined by Dayna Harvey, a Water Safety Expert who educates and empowers parents with information, strategies, and hands-on tools to keep their children safer in and around water.

She is also a swimming lesson teacher who teaches children the skills they need to save their lives.

Her mission to eradicate drowning has intensified as drowning continues to be the #1 cause of accidental death in children under 5.

The secret this week is

Take WATER SAFETY Seriously

You'll Discover:

• The Shocking Rate of Drowning for Kids on the Autism Spectrum (4:00)
• Why Swimming Lessons Aren’t Enough (6:56)
• The WATCHING Initiative (8:57)
• Why Supervision Isn’t Enough (11:47)
• The Biggest Distraction For Parents (14:49)
• Why EVERYBODY In Your Circle Needs To Be Vigilant (17:24)
• The Limitations of Life Jackets (21:59)
• Not Knowing Is Not OK (27:22)

About Our Guest:

Dayna Harvey is a Water Safety Expert (educating and empowering parents with information, strategies, and hands-on tools to keep their children safer in and around water), and she is a swimming lesson teacher (instructing children in the skills they need to save their lives). Dayna was first certified in 1988 and she has been impacting families ever since. The mission to eradicate drowning has intensified as drowning continues to be the #1 cause of accidental death in children under 5. Dayna and the Waiting Whale kids have created The WATCHING Initiative and The Waiting Whale - Water Safety Kit, important tools for parents to have in their homes as they teach their children "Where there is water, I will WAIT!"

watersafetywithmissdayna.com

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References in The Episode:

• Autism Swim
• “The Reason I Jump” Audiobook

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 201 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

Today we’re talking about the transformative power of food for you and especially your child.

And we’re joined by someone who was a very early guide for us in helping us see the path forward.

Julie Matthews is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for complex neurological conditions, particularly autism spectrum disorder and ADHD for over 20 years.

She received her master’s degree in medical nutrition, with distinction, from Arizona State University.

She’s the author of the award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism and co-author of two research studies demonstrating the efficacy of nutrition and therapeutic diet intervention for autism.

Julie supports clinicians and families from around the world with her nutrition programs and professional training courses.

And she’s here today to share why food matters more than you think.

The secret this week is…

Science Supports DIET CHANGES

You'll Discover:

• Items To Eliminate Now (6:47)
• The Problem With MSG (8:25)
• Gluten-Free Items To Be Wary Of (14:48)
• Why It’s Never Too Late To Start (20:24)
• Surprising Facts About Diet Changes (23:01)
• A Little Known Diet With Surprising Efficacy (25:11)
• The Power of Bioindividualization (39:03)

About Our Guest:

Julie Matthews, MS, is a Certified Nutrition Consultant and published researcher specializing in personalized nutrition for complex neurological conditions, particularly autism spectrum disorder and ADHD for over 20 years. She received her master’s degree in medical nutrition, with distinction, from Arizona State University. She is the author of the award-winning book Nourishing Hope for Autism and co-author of two research studies demonstrating the efficacy of nutrition and therapeutic diet intervention for autism. Julie supports clinicians and families from around the world with her nutrition programs and professional training courses.

nourishinghope.com

References in The Episode:

• Julie’s Step-by-Step Nutrition Program for Parents
• Julie’s Free “What the Science Says” Report
• Ratings of the Effectiveness of 13 Therapeutic Diets for Autism Spectrum Disorder: Results of a National Survey
• Comprehensive Nutritional and Dietary Intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder—A Randomized, Controlled 12-Month Trial

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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Welcome to Episode 200 of Autism Parenting Secrets.

We’re honored to have Dr. Peter McCullough, a distinguished internist and cardiologist, joining us. Dr. McCullough shares his thought-provoking insights on the potential connections between childhood vaccinations, febrile seizures, and the development of autism spectrum disorders.

In this episode, Dr. McCullough urges parents to critically evaluate the vaccination schedule and to be vigilant about the possible risks associated with vaccines. He points out the increasing number of vaccines being recommended, including during pregnancy, and calls for greater transparency about their safety.

Dr. McCullough also touches on natural approaches to health and the importance of recognizing children's unique talents.

Join us as we dive deep, question commonly held beliefs, and explore the empowering message that Dr. McCullough brings to the autism parenting community.

This is an episode about seeking knowledge, fostering open dialogue, and making informed decisions for the well-being of our children.

The secret this week is…

Take A COURAGEOUS Stand For Your Child

You'll Discover:

• A Possible Reason for Childhood Seizures (4:54)
• How The Immune Systems Impacts The Brain (7:16)
• The Importance of Doing Your Own Research (10:34)
• Propaganda Terms You Need to Know (18:46)
• Who You Need To Be Wary Of (23:09)
• The Need For Courage And How To Deal With Criticism (26:34)

About Our Guest:

Dr. McCullough is an internist, cardiologist, and epidemiologist holding degrees from Baylor University, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, University of Michigan, and Southern Methodist University. He manages common infectious diseases as well as the cardiovascular complications of both the viral infection and the injuries developing after the COVID-19 vaccine in Dallas, TX, USA. Dr. McCullough has broadly published on a range of topics in medicine with > 1000 publications and > 685 citations in the National Library of Medicine. His works include “Pathophysiological Basis and Rationale for Early Outpatient Treatment of SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Infection,” the first widely utilized treatment regimen for ambulatory patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 in the American Journal of Medicine and subsequently updated in Reviews in Cardiovascular Medicine. Subsequently, he published the first detoxification approach titled “Clinical Rationale for SARS-CoV-2 Base Spike Protein Detoxification in Post-COVID-19 and Vaccine Injury Syndromes” in the Journal of American Physicians and Surgeons. He has dozens of peer-reviewed publications on the infection and has commented extensively on the medical response to the COVID-19 crisis in TheHill, America Out Loud, and on FOX NEWS Channel. Dr. McCullough testified multiple times in the US Senate, European Parliament, Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services, Arizona Senate and House of Representatives, Colorado General Assembly, New Hampshire Senate, Pennsylvania Senate, and South Carolina Senate concerning many aspects of the pandemic response. Dr. McCullough has had years of dedicated academic and clinical efforts in combating the SARS-CoV-2 virus and, in doing so, has reviewed thousands of reports, participated in scientific congresses, group discussions, and press releases, and has been considered among the world's experts on COVID-19.

Dr. Peter McCullough www.petermcculloughmd.com

Chief Scientific Officer, The Wellness Company

President, McCullough Foundation

Author, Courage to Face COVID-19

Radio Show

Substack

References in The Episode:

• The World Council For Health

Additional Resources:

• Take The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?
• To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.com
• Be sure to follow Cass & Len on Instagram

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