Advocating For Your Kids When You're a People Pleaser
Are you struggling to advocate for your special needs child because you hate confrontation? You're not alone.In this episode of Full Spectrum Parent, host Jessica Hurlbut tackles one of the biggest challenges facing special needs parents: how to effectively advocate for your child when you're naturally a people pleaser.What You'll Learn: • Why people-pleasing hurts your child's advocacy efforts • The 4 root causes of people-pleasing behavior • Biblical strategies for overcoming people-pleasing tendencies • How to shift from seeking human approval to God's approval when advocating for your special needs childPerfect For Parents Who: • Feel anxious about IEP meetings and school conferences • Struggle to speak up when their child isn't getting proper support • Want to be better advocates but fear being seen as "difficult parents" • Need encouragement to prioritize their child's needs over people-pleasing • Are looking for faith-based guidance on special needs parentingFull Spectrum Parent is part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more resources and support for special needs families, visit cpgive.org.Tags: #SpecialNeedsParenting #ChristianParenting #Peoplepleasing #ChildAdvocacy #IEPMeetings #SpecialEducation #ParentingPodcast #ChristianMom #SpecialNeedsAdvocate #ParentingStruggles
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Power Struggles in Parenting
As Christian parents, we desire for our kids to listen and obey the rules we set out for their safety and good, but what do we do when they refuse? Whether you have a child on the spectrum, an obstinate toddler, or just a typical strong-willed kid—we’ve all been there. We find ourselves raising our voices, demanding compliance, and feeling defeated when our kids spiral into a full-fledged meltdown. Greg and Jess are getting real about the difference between tantrums (where kids are totally in control) and meltdowns (where they're absolutely not). Trust us, understanding this will be a game-changer for your autism parenting journey and your faith-based approach to discipline.Here's what we're diving into: • Why your typical parenting tricks aren't working with neurodivergent children (and it's not your fault!) • The one question that changes how you respond to autism meltdowns and challenging behavior • 3 simple Christian parenting principles that actually work with kids on the autism spectrumOur go-to strategies: 1. Relationship Over Compliance - Sometimes you gotta choose your battles 2. Choice Over Demand - Two options, both ones you're cool with 3. Love Over Fear - Because scared kids don't learn, they just surviveWhether you're dealing with a toddler who won't cooperate, a child with autism in a meltdown mode, or a typical teen who wants to push every button you have—this one's for Christian parents seeking God's wisdom in power struggles.Full Spectrum Parent is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual guidance to help you grow into the perfectly imperfect parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org
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Navigating Single Parenting With a Child on the Spectrum
Raising a child with autism solo? You're not alone! Join us for Episode 95 of the Full Spectrum Parent Podcast as host Jessica Hurlbut chats with Katie Blackburn - writer, teacher, and single mom to six kids, including her 10-year-old with severe autism.Katie gets real about the everyday challenges of autism parenting without a partner, sharing practical tips for managing therapies, school struggles, and finding moments of joy along the way. She also discusses her children’s book, "The Very Best Baseball Game" which offers both comfort and inspiration.Whether you're flying solo or just need some autism parenting encouragement, this episode delivers our signature mix of HELP, HUMOR, and HOPE that will leave you feeling seen and supported on your special needs journey.Full Spectrum Parent is proud to be part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more practical and spiritual guidance on your parenting journey, visit www.christianparenting.orgTo grab the CP Gift Guide visit https://www.christianparenting.org/articles/gifts/To learn more about Katie Blackburn and her newest book, visit www.katiemblackburn.com#AutismParenting #SingleParenting #SpecialNeedsSupport #AutismMom #SpecialNeedsParenting
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Finding Joy When Life Doesn't Change
Happiness is circumstantial. But joy comes from Jesus—it’s not based upon our circumstances. Yet one of the hardest hurdles to conquer in our parenting is finding joy when life doesn’t change. Episode 94 is part 2 of our 3-Part Series, Finding God in our Pain. Christian Author Will Acuff joins the Full Spectrum Parent to share his journey of parenting a child with autism. After hitting a wall of emotional, physical, and spiritual exhaustion, Will shares how the Holy Spirit met him in his pain. Now, he offers hope and direction for others on how to stay rooted in Christ when the storms rage around you. Learn more about Will’s newest book: No Elevator to Everest at www.noelevatortoeverest.comFull Spectrum Parent is proud to be part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more practical and spiritual guidance on your parenting journey, visit www.christianparenting.org
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Finding God in our Pain & Embracing this Special Life
Parenting is a gift from God and a beautiful journey. But if we’re honest, it’s also incredibly hard and sometimes heartbreaking. In Episode 93 of the Full Spectrum Parent, we chat with Jenn Soehnlin about embracing the special needs life God has given us.Join us as we sit down with Jenn as she unpacks how to pray Scripture over your children and how this one act has become a game changer for her. You don’t want to miss this episode! Full Spectrum Parent is proud to be part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more practical and spiritual guidance on your parenting journey, visit www.christianparenting.org
About Full Spectrum Parent: Christian Autism Support | Special Needs Parenting | Faith & Autism Resources
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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