Ep 4. Our Autism Parenting Adventure (Pt. 1)

11/19/23 • 26 min

Ever wondered about the extraordinary ways faith can influence your life, especially when faced with daunting challenges such as raising a child with autism? Well, join me, Amanda, and my husband Todd, as we recount our unique journey - walking through fire and emerging stronger, fortified by unwavering trust in God's word. We share our battle from the moment God healed my body and promised us a son, Ezra, through his premature birth and the ensuing struggles, including his severe lactose intolerance and dairy protein allergy.
Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotion as we dive into Ezra’s autism diagnosis and the hurdles we faced in seeking early intervention. Discover how we learned to be proactive, advocating for Ezra while balancing the nuances of family dynamics amidst it all. Find out how our younger son, Justice, became an unexpected catalyst for Ezra’s growth, and how the pandemic surprisingly turned into a season of progress for our family. Our story is a testament to faith, resilience, and the ability to see beyond the present. If our journey touches your heart, we welcome you to share your story with us. Tune in, rate, review, subscribe, and follow us on this heartrending journey of parenting a child with autism.

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Ever found yourself in an awkward public situation with your child being misunderstood? Join Todd and Amanda Johnson, as they share their experiences with misunderstandings. It's not easy, but in this episode they discuss a silver-lining in each of these encounters and have learned to navigate them with grace. This episode takes you through the journey of understanding autism better, responding to needs, and some strategies to employ to combat these challenging situations.
In this journey, they share the importance of knowing your child's limits, being a faithful parent, and how to communicate effectively about autism to others who may not understand. As Todd and Amanda lay bare their challenges, they also provide practical ways of spreading love, acceptance, and hope within the autism community. From ground-level advocacy to spreading a message of faith, their candid discussion aims to comfort, inspire and empower others facing similar experiences.

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In this second part of the Autism Parenting Adventure podcast series, we dive deeper into the challenges and joys that come with raising a child with autism. Join us as we continue our insightful conversation, sharing our personal experiences and offering practical advice on various aspects of autism parenting. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply interested in learning more about autism, this podcast is filled with valuable information and heartfelt discussions that will leave you feeling informed and inspired.

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