The Empowered Parent with Dana Baltutis
By Dana Baltutis
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Episodes: 103
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Welcome to The Empowered Parent Podcast.
This podcast is a space for parents to learn, reflect, and grow.
Each week, we explore topics that help parents understand themselves and their children more deeply - from communication and connection, to supporting neurodivergent development at home and in the community.
We’ve had wonderful conversations with experts, parents, and professionals - including speakers from the Neurodivergence Wellbeing Conference, and a special series following one mum’s journey in unschooling her child.
Every episode is here to inspire curiosity, compassion, and confidence in your parenting journey.
Don’t forget to follow along, share your reflections, and join the conversation.
You can connect with me at danabaltutis.com or mytherapyhouse.com.au.
Let’s celebrate neurodivergence.
Let’s celebrate belonging.
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YOU'RE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE MY PEACE - A MOTHER'S STORY: Episode 5: From Burnout To Clarity With An Adult ADHD Diagnosis
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Sep 03, 2026 |
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YOU'RE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE MY PEACE - A MOTHER'S STORY: Episode 4 - From Migrant Childhood To Confident Parenting Boundaries
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Aug 27, 2026 |
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YOU'RE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE MY PEACE - A MOTHER'S STORY: Episode 3 - From Socks To Social Cues: Parenting Through Sensory Needs
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Aug 20, 2026 |
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YOU'RE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE MY PEACE - A MOTHER'S STORY: Episode 2 - What If Rest Is Part Of Parenting?
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Aug 13, 2026 |
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YOU'RE NOT ALLOWED TO TAKE MY PEACE - A MOTHER'S STORY: Episode 1 - About Our Family
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Aug 06, 2026 |
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ALL4ONE: A FATHER'S STORY: Episode 6: From Carer To Founder
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Jun 24, 2026 |
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ALL4ONE: A FATHER'S STORY: Episode 5: You Can Love Deeply Without Burning Out
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Jun 17, 2026 |
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ALL4ONE: A FATHER'S STORY: Episode 4: From Safety To Independence Through Supported Living
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Jun 10, 2026 |
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ALL4ONE: A FATHER'S STORY: Episode 3: School Was The Anchor And Then It Ended
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Jun 03, 2026 |
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ALL4ONE: A FATHER'S STORY: Episode 2: The Survival Years Of Neurodivergent Parenting
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May 27, 2026 |
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ALL4ONE: A FATHER'S STORY: Episode 1: The Beginning
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May 21, 2026 |
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Year-End Gratitude And New Beginnings
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Dec 17, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner) Week 9: When We Stop Pushing, Children Start Healing
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner) Week 8 - We Moved Into A Caravan And Found Our Pace
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter and Sarah Lovett : Week 7 - Rethinking Education When Safety Comes First
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Nov 26, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner): Week 6 - Recovery, Stability, Then Expansion: Trusting A Child’s Pace
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner): Week 5 - A Family Weighs CBD For Epilepsy And PDA
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner): Week 4- Hydrotherapy and Drop Offs
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner): Week 3 -Small Wins, Big Steps In Unschooling
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Oct 30, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 10: Every Colour Matters - Closing Thoughts on Neurodiversity (Dana Baltutis, Speech Pathologist and Parent Coach)
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 9: Photography As Therapy: Motherhood, Bipolar, And Neurodiversity (Bianca Buliga: Parent, Artist, Photographer, Advocate)
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner): Week 2 - Rethinking Success: Recovery, Autonomy, And Gentle Education
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 8: Parenting with ADHD: Finding Your Calm-ish (Dr. Claire Milligan, Psychologist, Business Owner, Parent)
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Unschooling Series with Paige Carter (Parent, Advocate, Community Leader, Business Owner): Week 1 - When school breaks a nervous system, what does real education look like?
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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SEASON 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 7: Beyond Shame: Discovering the Joy in Your Brain Architecture (Sarah Eagle, Neurodivergent Consultant, Business Owner and Advocate)
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 6: Hope in Therapy: Cultural Sensitivity Meets Neurodiversity (Anushka Phal , Educational and Developmental Psychologist, Business Owner, and Community Advocate)
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 5: Neurodivergent Families: Finding Your Tribe (Paige Carter, Advocate, Parent Coach)
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 4: Living Authentically: How to Embrace Your Neurodivergent Identity (Joanne Hatchard, Social Worker, Advocate, Podcaster)
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 3: The Heart Behind Mingle Co: Vee's Mission to End Isolation (Violeta Abarzua Vasquez - Event Manager, Advocate, Podcaster, Film Maker)
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Sep 10, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY Episode 2: Mind the Gaps - Dr. Vanessa Spiller on Neurodiversity (Clinical Psychologist)
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Season 2 NEURODIVERSITY - Episode 1: Rainbow Brains and Belonging (Dana Baltutis - Speech Pathologist and Parent Coach)
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Episode 72: Dana Baltutis (Speech Pathologist and Parent Coach) - Taking a Mindful Pause
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May 28, 2025 |
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Episode 71: Caroline Mundy (Person Centred Mortgage Broker) Navigating Financial Freedom for Parents
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May 21, 2025 |
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Episode 70: Dana Baltutis (Speech Pathologist and Parent Coach)- Celebrating Mother's Day: From Historical Roots to Cultural Expressions
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May 09, 2025 |
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Episode 69: Neelam Khatri (Early Childhood Teacher) - What Every Parent Should Know Before Choosing Childcare and Kindergarten
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May 07, 2025 |
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Episode 68: Kerry Herbert (Early Childhood Teacher) - The Transformative Power of Play in Early Childhood Development
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Episode 67: Rose Irranca (Social Worker and Holistic Therapist): Holistic Kids: Revolutionizing Child Wellness in Australia
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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Episode 66: Toni Everard (Business and Mindset Coach): Balancing Masculine and Feminine: The Path to Healthy Relationships and Parenting
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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Episode 65: Judy Au (Occupational Therapist) - Unlocking Sensory Secrets: An OT's Guide to Child Development
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Episode 64: Bethany Burrell (Speech Pathologist): Rural Speech Therapy: Hidden Challenges, Real Impact
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Episode 63: (Nikita Pinto Speech Pathologist) : The Pre-Linguistic Journey: How Children Master Communication Before First Words
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Episode 62: Annie Harvey (Laughter Leader and Mindset Coach) - The Healing Power of Laughter: The importance of laughing for child development and caregiver self-care
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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Episode 61: Maria Radimissis (Developmental Speech Pathologist) - Beyond Words: The Power of Developmental Speech Pathology
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Episode 60: (Bindy Taylor Relationships Coach and Dana Baltutis Speech Pathologist) Love on The Spectrum: One Step at a Time
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Episode 59: Sonia Taddeo (Sustainability Advocate) - Embracing Authenticity and Simplicity Through Sustainable Living and Small Impactful Actions
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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Episode 58: Annmarie Chereso (Parent Coach and Author) - Embracing Life’s Trials with Resilience, Conscious Parenting, and Unconditional Love
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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Episode 57: Amanda Collings-Wells (Wellness Entrepreneur, Hypnotherapist and NLP Master Coach) - Embracing Holistic Wellness and Self-Care for Parental Balance and Personal Growth
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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Episode 56: Craig Clarke (Cybersecurity Expert) - Safeguarding Families in the Digital Age Through Practical Technology and Privacy Strategies
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Feb 05, 2025 |
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Episode 55: Priya Senroy (Drama and Movement Therapist) - Transforming Lives Through Creative Arts and Collaborative Therapies
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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Episode 54: Kerry Herbert (Early Childhood Educator) - Ensuring a Smooth School Transition for Children Through Practical Strategies and Family Support
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Jan 19, 2025 |
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Episode 53: Monica Sandercock (Life Coach and Co-Founder of Magnificent Mindset) - Navigating Motherhood, Burnout, and Personal Growth Through Resilience and Boundaries
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Episode 52: Rebecca Sparrow (Author and Friendship Whisperer) - Building Inclusive Communities Through the Power of Friendship
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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Episode 51: Dana Baltutis (Parent Coach And Speech Pathologist) Welcome to 2025 - Walking Meditation Experience - Cultivating Inner Strength and Abundance for the New Year!
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Jan 01, 2025 |
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Episode 50: Dana Baltutis (Parent Coach and Speech Pathologist- Reflecting on Personal Triumphs and Prioritizing Self-Care for Parents
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Dec 25, 2024 |
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Episode 49: Father Philip Marshall (Catholic Priest and Community Leader) - Embracing Faith, Love, and Social Justice During the Holiday Season
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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Episode 48: Dr. Genevieve Keating (Chiropractor) - Empowering Child Development Through Pediatric Chiropractic Care and Collaborative Approaches
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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Episode 47: Ruth Fidler (Educational Consultant) - Fostering Acceptance and Flexibility in Education
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Dec 04, 2024 |
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Episode 46: Magdalena Garcia (Educator and Parent Coach) - Redefining Parenting Through Relationship-Based Education and Emotional Connection
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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Episode 45: Linda Murphy (Speech-Language Pathologist and Author) - Transforming Child Communication Through Declarative Language Techniques
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Episode 44: Michele Ricamato (DIR Floortime Speech Pathologist) - Transforming Child Development Through Holistic Speech Pathology and Collaboration
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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Episode 43: Jeff Guenzel (CEO of ICDL) - Embracing Neurodivergence and Transformative Developmental Approaches
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Nov 07, 2024 |
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Episode 42: Toni Everard (NLP Master Trainer and Business Coach) - Harnessing Language and Mindset for Personal Growth for Parents
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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Episode 41: Louise Craven (Solicitor and Partner at ADLV Law) - Guiding Families with Legal Expertise and Compassion
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Oct 23, 2024 |
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Episode 40: Tass Schmidt (Pro-Aging Influencer) - Embracing Vibrant Grandparenthood
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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Episode 39: Dana Baltutis (Speech Pathologist and Parent Coach) - Embracing Individuality and Neurodiversity Through a Positive Lens
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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Episode 38: Steph Curtis (Blogger, Parent and Autism Advocate) - Navigating the Complexities of Autism and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in Family Life
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Episode 37: Cate Baker (Deacon and Parent) - Navigating Autism with Faith, Resilience, and Community Support
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Sep 25, 2024 |
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Episode 36: Nick Tebbey (National Executive Officer of Relationships Australia) - Nurturing Healthy Relationships Through Comprehensive Support Systems
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Episode 35: Andrew Tims (AusCountry Tag Along Tours Owner) - Uniting Families Through Camping and Four-Wheel Driving Adventures
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Sep 11, 2024 |
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Episode 34: Dale Thatcher (Father and Entrepreneur) - Transformative Journeys of Fatherhood and Entrepreneurship
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Sep 04, 2024 |
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Episode 33: Wendy Coombe (Founder of Animal Therapies Limited) - The Power of Assistance and Therapy Animals
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Aug 28, 2024 |
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Episode 32: Kristy Forbes (Autism and Neurodiversity Specialist) - Creating An Inclusive World for Neurodivergent Children
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Aug 21, 2024 |
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Episode 31: (Dana Baltutis Parent Coach and Speech Pathologist)- The Foundations for Expanded Parenting
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Episode 30: Dr. Karen Stagnitti (Children's Play Expert) - Unleashing the Transformative Power of Play
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Episode 29 - Jason Tyndall (CEO of Nature Play SA) - Transforming Children's Well-Being Through Nature Play
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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Episode 28: Jacqui Caudle (Carers SA Stakeholder and Community Engagement Officer) - Supporting Unpaid Carers and Fostering a Supportive Community
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Jul 24, 2024 |
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Episode 27: Rebecca Challoner (Founder of My Spirited Child and Co-Founder of PEKE Centres) - Revolutionizing Neurodiversity Advocacy and Empowering Families
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Jul 17, 2024 |
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Episode 26: Bindy Taylor (Life and Love Coach) - Self-Love and Relationship Strategies
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Jul 10, 2024 |
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Episode 25: Dana Baltutis (Parent Coach, Speech Pathologist)- My Story of Transformation and Empowering Families
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Jul 03, 2024 |
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Episode 24: Lisa Scarfo (Naturopath) - Harnessing Naturopathy for Healthy Living
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Jun 26, 2024 |
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Episode 23: Robyn Blake-Mortimer (Psychologist and Couple Therapist) - Building Bridges in Relationships
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Episode 22: Dana Baltutis (Parent Coach and Speech Pathologist) - The Importance of Coaching for Parents
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Jun 12, 2024 |
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Episode 21: Will Vuong (Social Worker and Counsellor) - Unraveling the Fabric of Asian Australian Identity and the Ripple Effects on Mental Health
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Jun 05, 2024 |
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Episode 20: Natalie Oliveri (Music Therapist) - The Impact of Music Therapy in a Neurodiverse World
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May 29, 2024 |
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Episode 19: Sonia Taddeo (Literacy Specialist) - Championing Literacy Development and Tackling Dyslexia
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May 22, 2024 |
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Episode 18: Dana Baltutis (Parent Coach and Speech Pathologist) - Can one person be your Child's Therapist and your Coach at the Same Time?
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May 15, 2024 |
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Episode 17: Cassie Day (Parent and Business Specialist) - The Importance of helping yourself before helping others!
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May 08, 2024 |
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Episode 16: Sarah Lovett (Social Worker) - Embracing Neurodiversity and PDA
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May 01, 2024 |
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Episode 15: Part 2: Sandy Booysen (Dietician) - Strategies for Smoother Mealtime with Neurodivergent Children
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Apr 25, 2024 |
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Episode 14: Part 1: Sandy Booysen (Dietician)- Embracing the Mealtime Adventure with Neurodivergent Kids
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Apr 17, 2024 |
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Episode 13: Karen Baker (Parent)- Navigating Epilepsy, Autism and COVID
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Apr 10, 2024 |
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Episode 12: Gloria Debba (Parent) - Love, Advocacy and Building a Support Network
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Apr 03, 2024 |
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Episode 11: Casey Pritchard (Foster Parent) - The Heart of Fostering
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Mar 27, 2024 |
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Episode 10: Dr. Emily Carroll (General Medical Practitioner) - Choosing a Medical Professional
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Mar 20, 2024 |
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Episode 9: Sam Paior (Support Coordinator) - The Journey of Parenting Neurodivergent Children and Advocating for Change
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Mar 13, 2024 |
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Episode 8: Andrew Stephen (Parent)- Healing Through Music in the Parental Journey
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Mar 06, 2024 |
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Episode 7: Rose Kollias (Play Therapist) - Anxiety in Children and Adults
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Feb 28, 2024 |
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Episode 6: Henk Damiaans (Personal Trainer) - Blending Fitness, Family and Business into Success
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Feb 21, 2024 |
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Episode 5: Louise Trinkle (Parent) - Navigating the Neurodiversity of Twins
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Feb 15, 2024 |
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Episode 4: Graham Clark (Parent) - Celebrating Milestones in Parenting
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Feb 08, 2024 |
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Episode 3: Alyssa Cummings (Occupational Therapist) -Embracing Sensory Profiles
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Feb 01, 2024 |
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Episode 2: Kerry Herbert (Early Childhood Educator) - Navigating the New School Year
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Jan 25, 2024 |
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Episode 1: Dana Baltutis (Parent Coach and Speech Pathologist) - Empowered Parenting
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Jan 15, 2024 |