# Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent Children

A podcast by Debbie Reber. Feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of raising a neurodivergent child? Full-Tilt Parenting is here to help. Hosted by parenting activist and author Debbie Reber, this podcast is your go-to resource for navigating life with ADHD, autism, learning disabilities, PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance), giftedness, and twice-exceptional (2e) kids. With expert interviews and candid conversations, you'll discover practical solutions for things like school challenges and refusal, therapy options, and fostering inclusion, social struggles, advocacy, intense behavior, and more — all through a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming lens. Whether you're struggling with advocating for your child at school or seeking ways to better support their unique needs, Debbie offers the guidance and encouragement you need to reduce overwhelm and create a thriving, joyful family environment. It's like sitting down with a trusted friend who gets it. You’ve got this, and we’ve got your back!

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## Latest episodes

- [TPP 528: Anya Kamenetz on the Fight for Special Education in America](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/2a571724fb97) (2026-11-03, 29 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2260046574.mp3
- [TPP 378a: Julie Bogart on Helping Kids Become Critical Thinkers](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/686f46b4063d) (2026-10-30, 47 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3242657883.mp3
- [TPP 527: Why Food Advice Falls Apart for Neurodivergent Families and What Actually Helps](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/60dfb88938ac) (2026-10-27, 44 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7039249236.mp3
- [TPP 325a: Akilah Richards on Raising Free People: Unschooling as Liberation and Healing Work](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/989241f817ae) (2026-10-23, 38 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL8336527795.mp3
- [TPP 526: A Conversation with Jessica Slice About Her Family's Experience with PANS/PANDAS](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/ea8a41146ac5) (2026-10-20, 48 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5659588917.mp3
- [You Might Also Like: Zero Reject from Understood.org](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/7695103d25e0) (2026-10-19, 32 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL4622316232.mp3
- [TPP 285a: Dr. Mona Delahooke on the Power of Brain-Body Parenting](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/b788499cd9a6) (2026-10-16, 48 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6799646214.mp3
- [TPP 525: Amanda Diekman on Supporting Kids Going Through Burnout](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/3c1589371969) (2026-10-13, 46 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2849321916.mp3
- [TPP 315a: Dr. Lori Desautels on Rewiring Our Perceptions of Discipline in Schools, and at Home](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/0f269df44e27) (2026-10-09, 42 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6271965217.mp3
- [TPP 524: Eli Weinstein on Navigating Marriage in the Parenting Years](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/76055bb7242e) (2026-10-06, 40 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2632942341.mp3
- [TPP 273a: Author Katherine May on Autism, Wintering, and the Electricity of Every Living Thing](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/ab2cdc7406e5) (2026-10-02, 40 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5527947943.mp3
- [TPP 523: Raising Good Gamers, with Dr. Rachel Kowert](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/35b3320e28f8) (2026-09-29, 37 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL8021832767.mp3
- [TPP 266a: A Conversation with Poet and Advocate LeDerick Horne](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/853934bc9bc5) (2026-09-25, 41 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3508126165.mp3
- [TPP 522: A Whole Child Approach to ADHD with Phil Boucher, M.D.](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/7c7c91221cf0) (2026-09-22, 46 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5101780789.mp3
- [TPP 091a: A Conversation With Steve Silberman About His Book “Neurotribes”](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/4a9c8f5f7c3b) (2026-09-18, 43 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1751400708.mp3
- [TPP 521: A Conversation with Dr. Peter Gray About Restoring Childhood](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/dfd516efe792) (2026-09-15, 47 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7594397935.mp3
- [TPP 253a: Advocate and Author Jonathan Mooney on Why Normal Sucks](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/b97a15e967d1) (2026-09-11, 44 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL9953552037.mp3
- [TPP 520: Dr. Özgür Bolat on Why Rewards Backfire and the Real Science of Motivating Kids](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/2fe7e2881684) (2026-09-08, 42 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6109592678.mp3
- [TPP 519: Brendan Mahan on Overcoming the Wall of Awful](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/2997d72f91de) (2026-09-01, 44 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL9131030969.mp3
- [TPP 426a: Georgie Wisen-Vincent on Unlocking Our Kids’ Emotional Balance and Resilience with The Way of Play](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/c93a74accdcf) (2026-08-28, 46 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5927429253.mp3
- [TPP 518: Good Sleeping for Neurodivergent Kids, with Dr. Melisa Moore](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/3333cfc6d902) (2026-08-25, 42 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2517043709.mp3
- [TPP 352a: Occupational Therapist Kelly Mahler on the Power in Understanding & Supporting Neurodivergent Kids' Interoception Experience](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/f73e9fa6f6f9) (2026-08-21, 37 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL4258216833.mp3
- [TPP 517: James Guttman on Becoming the Father His Autistic Son Needed](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/50e393208f6a) (2026-08-18, 33 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7731877181.mp3
- [TPP 280a: Occupational Therapist Rosemary White Talks about DIR / Floortime](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/0bc7afd16cf4) (2026-08-14, 46 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3623029918.mp3
- [TPP 516: A Conversation with Dr. Gila About Supporting Single Parents of Neurodivergent Kids](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/25e017499de9) (2026-08-11, 38 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6851856123.mp3
- [TPP 104b: Dr. Lori Baudino on the Power of Movement, Dance, and the Mind/Body Connection](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/461daaff1924) (2026-08-07, 39 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1713814204.mp3
- [TPP 515: Dr. Emily King & the Neurodivergent Learner: A New Approach to Your Child's Success](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/fec1c66f3f34) (2026-08-04, 49 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3108892676.mp3
- [TPP 421a: A Bonus Conversation with Dr. Stuart Shanker about Self-Regulation and Helping Our Children Successfully Engage with Life](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/5fadcf5b22b7) (2026-07-31, 65 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1833602864.mp3
- [TPP 514: An Introduction to Neurodiversity-Affirming OT, with Dr. Bryden Carlson-Giving](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/c29236ab18c3) (2026-07-28, 40 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2063220046.mp3
- [TPP 324a: A Conversation about Declarative Language and Co-Regulation, with Linda Murphy](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/68be3034369e) (2026-07-24, 45 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2831748882.mp3
- [TPP 513: Understanding Dysgraphia: Beyond the Surface of Messy Handwriting, with Kelli Fetter](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/0e25381a9598) (2026-07-21, 38 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3637808172.mp3
- [TPP 311a: Deb Dana on Befriending Our Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/9c29d62cf3a3) (2026-07-17, 41 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5296101376.mp3
- [TPP 512: Dr. Katie Hurley on the "Manosphere" & Breaking the Boy Code](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/631681be55a6) (2026-07-14, 46 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3552418915.mp3
- [TPP 511: Jessica Patay on Building Brave Communities for Caregivers](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/ce777a44a241) (2026-07-07, 39 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL9593892872.mp3
- [TPP 305a: Stuart Shanker on What Self-Regulation Is, Why It Matters, and How to Help Our Children (and Ourselves) Do It Better](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/632b80cd4c69) (2026-07-03, 45 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL2231264540.mp3
- [TPP 510: Mark Talaga on the Hidden Challenges of Giftedness in the Digital Age](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/dc334eb351bc) (2026-06-30, 35 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7683661003.mp3
- [TPP 335a: Amanda Diekman Dropping Demands, Restoring Calm, and Finding Connection with Your Uniquely Wired Child](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/99dce09562ca) (2026-06-26, 47 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3680917928.mp3
- [TPP 509: Martina Nova on What Couples Get Wrong About Parenting Alignment](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/7c080f142c0a) (2026-06-23, 42 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL4886220219.mp3?updated=1780536485
- [TPP 317a: A Conversation About Autistic Burnout with Neurodivergent Support Specialist Kristy Forbes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/acaf0477c6e9) (2026-06-19, 49 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL9313154419.mp3
- [TPP 508: Dr. Zachary Rubin on What Every Parent Should Understand About Allergies](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/27e1cdccacbf) (2026-06-16, 33 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6440619343.mp3?updated=1780536117
- [TPP 507: A Conversation with Dr. Destiny Huff About Neuroaffirming Advocacy in School](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/c363c36740b9) (2026-06-09, 41 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3960139464.mp3?updated=1780535807
- [TPP 307a: Eliza Fricker Talks Parenting a Child with PDA](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/2b6f0136dfc3) (2026-06-05, 36 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6938135017.mp3?updated=1780068770
- [TPP 506: A Deep Dive into Autistic Burnout in Children with Jodie Clarke](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/90c93a9db2cc) (2026-06-02, 46 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7779254728.mp3?updated=1779409570
- [TPP 301a: Navigating Big Life Transitions with Differently Wired Children (a Solocast)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/e8607635a216) (2026-05-29, 33 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL1040909451.mp3?updated=1780063287
- [Dr. Susan Baum on 2e Learners & Elmbridge University’s Program on Cognitive Diversity](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/a1892ead63dc) (2026-05-28, 20 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6657961799.mp3
- [TPP 505: What Happens When We’re No Longer Here? Financial Planning for Differently Wired Families](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/20de28d551fd) (2026-05-26, 42 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL5541154518.mp3?updated=1779408563
- [TPP 375a: How Can Our Family Navigate Vacations When They Throw Off My Child's Need for Routine](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/f5dfcb247749) (2026-05-22, 20 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL3498505366.mp3?updated=1779455268
- [TPP 504: Celia Bray on Staying Anchored in an Intense World](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/9780c5814555) (2026-05-19, 43 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL8784402283.mp3?updated=1778089143
- [TPP 015b: A Conversation with 11-year-old Asher About Travel and Vacation Strategies](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/cca3a61c23d6) (2026-05-15, 29 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL6090926633.mp3?updated=1778847432
- [TPP 503: The Real Work of Parenting Neurodivergent Young Adults (Part 3)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1102055778/4f1f61e7f395) (2026-05-12, 45 min): audio https://pdst.fm/e/tracking.swap.fm/track/JhoQDAATtO1l0y8tdKNa/mgln.ai/e/52/traffic.megaphone.fm/ADL7699176662.mp3?updated=1778088068

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