Autism Parenting Secrets

• Stop Guessing, Start UNLOADING

  Welcome to Episode 283 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week’s guest is someone I admire deeply. Few people have shaped the autism world more than Patricia Lemer.She’s a counselor, diagnostician, longtime host of Autism Detectives, and the author of the essential books Outsmarting Autism and now Total Load Theory: Transforming Lives in Autism, ADHD, LD, SPD, and Mental Health.Patty helps parents understand root causes and the stressors that overload the body. The secret this week is…Stop Guessing, Start UNLOADINGYou'll Discover:Why Patty Returned With A New Book (3:24)Why Nervous-System Regulation Must Come First (6:45)The Lifestyle Basics That Still Move the Needle Most (11:20)What “Total Load Theory” Reveals About Hidden Stressors (17:41)How One Family Made Big Gains By Going Back To Nature (25:30)How Patty’s New AI Tool Helps — And Why Source Matters (29:13)About Our Guest:Patricia S. Lemer, M.S., M.Ed., LPC is a licensed professional counselor, educational diagnostician, and co-founder of Developmental Delay Resources. She hosts The Autism Detectives and is the author of Envisioning a Bright Future, Outsmarting Autism, and her newest book Total Load Theory, which integrates functional medicine, sensory processing, developmental vision, and lifestyle foundations.www.patricialemer.comBook: Total Load Theory (Skyhorse Publishing) or on AmazonReferences In This Episode:Total Load Theory by Patricia LemerOutsmarting Autism by Patricia LemerThe Sensitive Patient’s Healing Guide — Dr. Neil NathanAPS Episode 212: You Can’t Heal If You Don’t Feel Safe with Dr. Neil NathanAPS Episode 280: We CAN Change The Neurodevelopmental Trajectory with Dr. Larry PalevskyBRMI – Bioregulatory Medicine InstituteDr. Christian Bogner & Autism Is BiomedicalThe Optimal Parent Facebook PagePeter Sullivan Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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• TARGETED Support Transforms

  Welcome to Episode 282 of Autism Parenting Secrets.Every parent wants transformation for their child. But it doesn’t come from guesswork. Real change happens when the right support is identified and applied with precision.That’s why I’m excited to welcome back Dr. Jerry Kartzinel. He last joined us in Episode 199, “Autism is Treatable.” Dr. Jerry is a trusted leader in functional medicine and pediatrics with decades of experience helping children on the spectrum.This conversation is about why doing less, but with focus, can work better than trying everything — and how targeted nutrition and supplements can bring results that may surprise you.If you’ve felt overwhelmed by too many options or stuck in trial-and-error, this conversation will bring clarity.The secret this week is…TARGETED Support Transforms You'll Discover:Why Less Can Be More With Targeted Support (7:49)How Parents Can Avoid Trial-And-Error Burnout (13:05)The First Steps Dr. Jerry Recommends For Families (19:36)Why Generic Protocols Rarely Deliver Transformation (25:15)A Story Of Transformation Through Precision Support (32:54)How Coaching Helps Parents Maximize Practitioner Guidance (39:04)About Our Guest:Dr. Jerry Kartzinel is a Board-Certified pediatrician and a Fellow in the American Academy of Pediatrics who specializes in the recovery of neurodevelopmental, chronic neuro-inflammatory diseases, and hormonal dysfunctions. He is the author of the best-selling book Healing and Preventing Autism (co-authored with Jenny McCarthy). Dr. Jerry has helped thousands of children on the autism spectrum through targeted, individualized medical care. https://drjerryk.com/https://www.mendingnaturally.com/References In This Episode:APS Episode 199 “Autism IS Treatable” w/ Dr. Jerry Kartzinel Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot? If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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• Clarify The Leucovorin Confusion

  Welcome to Episode 281 of Autism Parenting Secrets.If you're a parent who’s heard about Leucovorin, folinic acid, or calcium folinate—and you're confused—you’re not alone. There's a lot of conflicting information right now, especially in the wake of the Leucovorin case and increased media attention.This week’s guest returns to the podcast to help clarify what really matters. Nicole Rincon is a board-certified Physician Assistant, a microbiologist by training, and a deeply committed parent who’s been supporting children with autism—including her own triplets—for over a decade.She brings both clinical and lived experience to this topic—and today, we dig into the nuances of folate metabolism, pharma vs supplement forms, and the specific use cases for Leucovorin and related supports.The secret this week is…Clarify The Leucovorin ConfusionYou'll Discover:Why Leucovorin Is Suddenly Getting National Attention (4:23)Signs of Cerebral Folate Deficiency (8:11)How To Know If Pharma Or Supplement-Based Support Is Right For Your Child (12:15)Why Supporting The Folate Pathway Can Improve Speech, Focus, and Behavior (18:28)What Parents Should Ask Before Starting Leucovorin (24:17)Whether Leucovorin Is A Short-Term Fix Or Long-Term Support (33:13)About Our Guest:Nicole Rincon, MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a background in microbiology and genetics. She received her Master’s Degree from Western University of Health Sciences and has been working with children with autism—including her own triplets—for over a decade. Nicole offers functional and integrative care, combining deep clinical knowledge with personal insight.🔗 More about Nicole at Rossignol Medical CenterReferences In This Episode:The Folate Fix: Exploring the Role of Folate in Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders by Dr. Richard FryeAPS Episode 245: “Evidence-Based Treatments FIRST” w/ Dr. Richard FryeAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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• We CAN Change The Neurodevelopmental Trajectory

  Welcome to Episode 280 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week’s episode is about something too many parents aren’t told clearly enough.The truth is that neurodevelopmental disabilities are not fixed or predetermined. The trajectory can be shifted. And parents play a much bigger role in that shift than they may realize.To help unpack this, I’m joined again by Dr. Lawrence Palevsky -  a New York State–licensed pediatrician who has spent over three decades redefining children’s wellness through a holistic and integrative lens. He’s a past president of the American Holistic Medical Association, a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine, and co-host of the podcast Critically Thinking with Dr. T & Dr. P.If you’ve ever been told there’s nothing you can do, this conversation will help you see a much bigger picture.The secret this week is…We CAN Change The Neurodevelopmental TrajectoryYou'll Discover:Why 1 In 6 Children Have A Neurodevelopmental Disability And What That Really Means (1:44)How Chronic Inflammation Is At The Core Of These Conditions (13:48)Why Suppressing Acute Illness Actually Makes Things Worse Long-Term (17:45)What Parents Can Do To Open Exit Pathways And Reduce Inflammatory Load (31:26)How Confidence Grows When Parents Stop Fearing Symptoms (35:17)The Truth About Fever And Why It’s Often Misunderstood (36:45)How Acetaminophen Depletes Glutathione And Increases Risk (40:22)About Our Guest:Dr. Lawrence B. Palevsky is a New York State–licensed pediatrician known for his holistic, integrative approach to children’s wellness and complex conditions. A graduate of NYU School of Medicine, he completed pediatric residency at Mount Sinai and a fellowship at Bellevue Hospital. He is a past president of the American Holistic Medical Association, a diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine, and co-host of the podcast Critically Thinking with Dr. T & Dr. P. Learn more at www.drpalevsky.com.References In This Episode:Critically Thinking with Dr. T & Dr. P.Dr. Tom CowanAdditional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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• Address The ENERGY CRISIS

  Welcome to Episode 279 of Autism Parenting Secrets.This week, I’m joined by Dr. Debby Hamilton, a pediatrician and functional medicine expert who specializes in supporting children with autism, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, and other complex chronic conditions.She’s the author of Preventing Autism and ADHD: Controlling Risk Factors Before, During, and After Pregnancy and currently serves as the Director of Product Education and Clinical Research at NutraMedix.On this podcast, we focus on uncovering the root causes that parents can address to help their child thrive. And in this episode, we dive into one of the most overlooked yet critical areas — mitochondrial dysfunction. When the body’s energy production is compromised, kids can’t run on all cylinders. Helping restore that energy at the cellular level can be a game-changer. The secret this week is…Address the ENERGY CRISIS You'll Discover:Why Mitochondrial Dysfunction Is So Common in Autism (3:16)Subtle Signs of Low Cellular Energy Parents Can Look For (5:45)How the OAT Test and MitoSwab Provide Useful Clues (14:34)Why Tylenol and Other Common Meds Damage Mitochondria (25:25)How Nutrition and Fats Support Brain Growth and Function (28:55)Why Protein and Fat at Every Meal Is Non-Negotiable (33:49)Why Recovery Is a Step-by-Step Journey, Not a Quick Fix (36:31)About Our Guest:Dr. Debby Hamilton is a pediatrician and functional medicine expert specializing in children with autism, ADHD, PANS/PANDAS, mood and behavioral issues, and other complex chronic conditions. She is the author of Preventing Autism and ADHD: Controlling Risk Factors Before, During & After Pregnancy and serves as the Director of Product Education and Clinical Research at NutraMedix. Dr. Hamilton has over two decades of experience helping families uncover and address root causes so kids can thrive.drdebbyhamilton.com | nutramedix.comReferences In This Episode:Preventing Autism and ADHD by Dr. Debby HamiltonAPS Episode 272 - AVOID THIS Popular Drug To Protect Development Additional Resources:To learn more about personalized 1:1 support, go to www.elevatehowyounavigate.comTake The Quiz: What’s YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?If you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

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