
Pieces For My Puzzle
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Pieces For My Puzzle Podcast was created by Nikki Shipp, mother to an autistic son. Tune in as she shares her life with a son on the spectrum and how her journey has led her to help parents and loved ones with special needs kids. This podcast is for anyone looking for quick tips and perspective, but most of all - for hope and inspiration.
Pieces For My Puzzle
2w ago
Welcome back to Pieces For My Puzzle, a podcast dedicated to empowering autistic students, parents, educators, and the broader neurodivergent community.
Tune in as we open up the conversation with Dr. Christopher Scott Wyatt, an autistic self-advocate, educator, researcher, and accomplished academic, this podcast dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of navigating the world of higher education as an individual on the spectrum.
Drawing from his own experiences and academic expertise, Dr. Wyatt shares invaluable insights into overcoming barriers in academia, designing inclusive educa ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
2w ago
Welcome to this week's episode! We are continuing our talk from last week’s episode with the talented Randi-Lee Bowslaugh!
She’s an author, mental health advocate, and former Canadian National Kickboxing Champion. Tune in as we deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of life.
Randi-Lee brings her unique perspective as a parent to a child on the autism spectrum, as well as her own journey of self-discovery as an autistic adult. Through candid conversations, this podcast offers quick tips, heartfelt inspiration, and relatable advice for mental health advocates, parents, and the ne ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
1M ago
Welcome to this week's episode! Today we talk about mental health, motherhood, and kickboxing with the amazing and talented Randi-Lee Bowslaugh! She’s an author, mental health advocate, and former Canadian National Kickboxing Champion. Tune in as we deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of life. Randi-Lee brings her unique perspective as a parent to a child on the autism spectrum, as well as her own journey of self-discovery as an autistic adult. Through candid conversations, this podcast offers quick tips, heartfelt inspiration, and relatable advice for mental health advocates, par ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
1M ago
Welcome to this week's episode! We're back this week with the fabulous Andrea Pollack for Part 2 of our conversation. In this episode, we continue talking about her remarkable transition from a 19-year career in litigation to becoming a dedicated advocate for parents of autistic children.
Episode Highlights: Autism Parent Solutions and Mindset Shifts
Andrea provides an in-depth overview of the Autism Parent Solutions program, highlighting what sets it apart in the realm of parenting resources.
She emphasizes the importance of mindset in the success of the program's strategies, detailing how a ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
2M ago
Welcome to this week's episode! We're back this week with the fabulous Andrea Pollack for Part 2 of our conversation. In this episode, we continue talking about her remarkable transition from a 19-year career in litigation to becoming a dedicated advocate for parents of autistic children.
Episode Highlights: Autism Parent Solutions and Mindset Shifts
Andrea provides an in-depth overview of the Autism Parent Solutions program, highlighting what sets it apart in the realm of parenting resources.
She emphasizes the importance of mindset in the success of the program's strategies, detailing how a ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
3M ago
Welcome to this week's episode! We're thrilled to have Andrea Pollack join us for an enlightening conversation about her remarkable transition from a 19-year career in litigation to becoming a dedicated advocate for parents of autistic children.
Episode Highlights:
Andrea shares her unique background and what inspired her to become an advocate.
The challenges she faced when transitioning from a legal career to homeschooling her son, Matthew.
The pivotal moment Andrea recognized the need for both educational and coaching components for parents.
The inception and development of Autism Parent So ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
3M ago
Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast, where we discuss the intersection of Physical Therapy and Autism with our special guest, Dr. Nikki Robinett.
About Our Guest:
Dr. Nikki is a dedicated physical therapist with over 9 years of experience, specializing in pediatrics for the past 5 years. Based in Arizona, she has an extensive background that includes working in outpatient, aquatic, school, and home health settings. With a passion for helping children and a mission to support families, she founded Moving and Grooving: Pediatric Physical Therapy to provide quick and convenient m ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
3M ago
In this episode, Lenora Edwards brings in her experience as a board-certified speech-language pathologist to the table, offering insights, practical tips, and expert advice on navigating the complexities of speech therapy for children on the autism spectrum. She’s had the privilege of working closely with individuals across the autism spectrum, from children developing communication skills to adults mastering social interactions.
About Our Guest:
Lenora Edwards, a TEDx speaker, Board Certified Speech-Language Pathologist and the Chief Knowledge Officer of Better Speech, is a dynamic force in t ..read more
Pieces For My Puzzle
3M ago
Welcome to another insightful episode of our podcast, where we discuss the intersection of Physical Therapy and Autism with our special guest, Dr. Nikki Robinett.
About Our Guest:
Dr. Nikki is a dedicated physical therapist with over 9 years of experience, specializing in pediatrics for the past 5 years. Based in Arizona, she has an extensive background that includes working in outpatient, aquatic, school, and home health settings. With a passion for helping children and a mission to support families, she founded Moving and Grooving: Pediatric Physical Therapy to provide quick and convenient m ..read more