Nov 28, 2023
Today’s topic is on teaching life skills to children with autism featuring Julie Swanson, The Life Skills Lady. Julie shares her personal journey advocating for her son with autism, leading to her expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and special education law. The episode emphasizes the importance of...
Nov 21, 2023
Dr. Mary Barbera and Rachel Smith discuss practical tips for traveling with children, addressing concerns for parents, including those with children on the autism spectrum. Rachel shares her recent travel experience with her two sons, offering valuable insights into keeping kids occupied during flights. The...
Nov 14, 2023
Dr. Mary Barbera shares valuable insights about using books to enhance language skills in toddlers, including those with autism or signs of autism, emphasizing the importance of pairing books with reinforcement and provides guidance on selecting the best books for different developmental stages.
Nov 7, 2023
In this rebroadcast, Dr. Mary Barbera discusses the importance of building expressive language skills in toddlers with autism. She shares insights from her experience and her books, emphasizing the need to start with one-word utterances and gradually progress to two-word phrases to create a strong foundation for...