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Full Spectrum Parent: Christian Autism Support | Special Needs Parenting | Faith & Autism Resources

Greg and Jessica Hurlbut and Christian Parenting

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

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9:49

Pinch of Practicality: Teaching Responsibility

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2023/03/09

In Episode 41, we answer a listener’s parenting question. This episode’s question: What is a good way of making my 9 year old understand the value of items and that it's not okay to keep breaking them repeatedly? 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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32:17

ADHD Woes

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2023/03/02

All parents (especially during Covid and remote learning) have felt like their kids were climbing the walls. But some of our children struggle with attention on a daily basis. In Episode 40, we share our ADHD journey with our two adopted children. We talk about common symptoms to watch out for, our hesitation to try medication, and the ups-and-downs along the way. We also address the nation wide Adderall shortage and how it has affected us as a family.

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33:03

Managing Meltdowns

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2023/02/16

Every child at one point or another experiences a meltdown. But for children on the spectrum, meltdowns are a common occurrence. In Episode 39, we discuss 6 ways to help prevent a meltdown while sharing some embarrassing stories of our kids worst temper tantrums. 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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8:56

Pinch of Practicality: Sleeping Independently

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2023/02/09

In Episode 38, we answer a listener’s parenting question. This episode’s question: How do I get my daughter to fall asleep more independently? 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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31:42

It Takes A Village P.3 ABA Ins & Outs

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2023/02/02

In Episode 37, we finish our three-part series, “It Takes A Village” by discussing the ins and outs of ABA Therapy. After our daughter Mara was diagnosed, we had to make some tough decisions regarding her education. We had the chance to tour different classroom settings and in this episode we candidly share our first impressions. We also compare and contrast ABA classrooms with special education and explain why we chose ABA therapy for our kids. Full Spectrum Parent is a part of the Christian

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7:47

Pinch of Practicality: Connecting With Your Child

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2023/01/26

In Episode 36 we answer a listener’s parenting question. This episode’s question: I have a teenage boy who likes to play video games. He says he’s not interested in doing other things. How do I get him to engage and do things with me?

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31:52

It Takes A Village P.2 Social Services Support

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2023/01/19

In Episode 35, we continue our series “It Takes a Village” by talking about the ins and outs of Supplemental Security Income or (SSI). SSI is a monthly payment given by the government for children and adults who are considered disabled. We talk candidly about the pros and cons of this service and how God has used it to humble us and teach us it’s ok to ask for help. If you’d like more information and want to apply for benefits online visit: https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/disability/ If you have a

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7:30

Pinch of Practicality: Picky Eaters

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2023/01/12

Episode 34 is the first of our new mini-episodes where we answer a listeners parenting question. This episode’s question: How do you handle a picky eater?

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33:37

It Takes A Village P.1 Self-Directive Services

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2023/01/05

In Episode 33, we dive into a three-part series called “It Takes A Village” where we discuss the supports we use as a family for our children on the spectrum. In Part One of this series we discuss Self-Direction Services: What is it? Why we utilize it. And why you need to apply for these services in your state. Also, we shared with our listeners a big announcement: We will now be offering weekly episodes. On the off weeks, we will be offering a mini-episode called “A Pinch of Practicality” where we

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38:22

Christmas Questions & Challenges

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2022/12/22

In Episode 32, Christmas Questions and Challenges, we tackle the most common questions we receive during the holidays: Does Jesus believe in Santa? Should Christian families celebrate Santa? How do we keep Jesus at the center of Christmas? How do we navigate Christmas as special needs parents and more!

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35:31

Praying WITH Our Kids feat. Erica Renaud

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2022/12/08

In Episode 31, we continue our 3-part series on prayer as we pick my good friend Erica Renaud’s brain on ways we can engage in prayer WITH our kids. Erica Renaud is a powerful speaker, passionate writer and founder of two ongoing prayer initiatives. She speaks at various events and conferences throughout the Northeast. Erica and her husband are active in their congregation leading a regular prayer and worship gathering. Her book "Pray With Me: Help Your Children Engage in Authentic and Powerful

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34:52

Praying FOR Our Typical Kids feat. Natalie Runion

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2022/11/24

In Episode 30, we continue our 3-part series on prayer as we discuss with Natalie Runion from Raised to Stay how to pray for our typical kids—especially those who want nothing to do with the church. Natalie Runion is a pastor’s kid turned pastor, and her husband Tony and their two daughters live in Colorado Spring where she is on staff as the Pastor of Women at New Life Church. In 2019 after watching many of her peers walk away from the church and their faith, Natalie began Raised to Stay, a

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Praying FOR Our Special Needs Kids

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2022/11/10

We all know prayer is important and if we're honest, we often feel guilty for not praying enough. In Episode 29, we launch a 3-part series on praying for our kids. This week, we tackle the challenge of praying for our special needs kiddos. Why we do it, how we do it, and the big question: DOES GOD WANT TO HEAL AUTISM?

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36:00

Surviving Halloween

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2022/10/27

Whether you’re a special needs parent worrying about sensory overloads and meltdowns or a typical parent praying your kids don’t eat so much candy they puke, we are all hoping to survive Halloween. But what if instead of hoping for survival, we actually planned ahead and enjoyed this time with our kids? In Episode 28, we share our tips and tricks for navigating trick-o-treating and even dive into why we as pastors feel to participate in Halloween.

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37:20

Screen Time

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2022/10/13

Screen Time. The word itself seems to conjure up guilt. Maybe you haven’t been the best at monitoring your kid’s electronics. Or maybe you struggle with regulating how many hours you’re staring at your own phone. At one time or another, we have all been ashamed at how many hours we’ve wasted staring at a screen. In Episode 27, we share some staggering statistics in regards to technology, while offering The 4 Non-Negotiable’s we set as a family in regards to electronics. Proloquo2Go App:

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33:39

The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.3

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2022/09/29

In Episode 26, we are celebrating our one-year anniversary as the Full Spectrum Parent Podcast by giving away a $50 Amazon gift card to one lucky listener who leaves a review on Apple Podcast. We also finish our three-part series, "The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us", sharing candidly how God has killed the perfectionist in each of us and used autism to give us a glimpse of his love for every individual.

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The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.2 feat. Jen Forsthoff

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2022/09/15

In Episode 25, we continue our 3-part series called “The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us” and this week we had the privilege of interviewing Jennifer Forsthoff. Jen is an author, speaker and advocate from Fenton, Michigan. Jen and her husband are pastors and have 3 children. Their oldest, Charlie, was diagnosed with Trisomy 21 at birth. As Jen experiences the beauty and challenges of raising Charlie, she speaks out to share her story and strengthen others. Jen’s books, “Chosen for Charlie” and “Champion

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34:28

The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us P.1 feat. Heather Avis

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2022/09/01

In Episode 24, we introduce a 3-part series called “The Lessons Our Kids Teach Us” and we had the honor of interviewing Heather Avis. Heather Avis is a New York Times best-selling author, podcaster and Down syndrome advocate, working to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs. Learn more about her latest ministry and her latest child’s book, “Everyone Belongs” at https://www.heatheravis.com/everyonebelongs

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32:49

Grief, Loss & Our Kids

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2022/08/18

Grief is a part of life we can’t avoid. The only thing worse than walking through a season of loss, is seeing our kids walk through one. In Episode 23, we talk candidly about grief, loss, and how to help our kids navigate life during the dark times.

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34:18

Filters We Parent Through

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2022/08/04

Just as Instagram has dozens of filters that change an image, our parenting styles run through unique filters that distort and change reality. I’m Episode 22, we highlight 3 commons filters we unconsciously parent through; how to recognize and overcome these filters with God’s help. Whether you are a special needs parent or a typical parent, you need to listen to this one!

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