{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Refrigerator Moms","title":"Cold Hard Truths: What We Would Do (Social Media Edition)","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7cc1973c\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1419,"description":"Hosts Julianna Scott and Kelley Jensen dive into real social media questions from parents navigating autism challenges. They address sibling aggression, family PTSD, finding affordable help, alternative medicine claims, medical procedures affecting regression, ABA therapy expectations, and holiday modifications. The discussion emphasizes practical solutions over simplistic advice, highlighting the importance of safety, professional support, and realistic expectations while avoiding costly programs that promise easy fixes.Key TakeawaysPhysical aggression toward siblings requires safety measures like safe restraint, designated calm spaces, and sometimes medicationComplex PTSD in siblings is real and treatable - have ongoing conversations and seek professional helpDon't go bankrupt seeking help; use available resources including insurance-covered ABA, religious organizations, and community programsResearch alternative treatments thoroughly - if you can't find evidence, it probably won't workMedical procedures can cause temporary regression; expect healing time and adjust expectationsABA therapists should provide clear programming and regular communication about goals and activitiesModify or skip holiday gatherings that exceed your child's sensory tolerance - acceptance is keyIgnore social media influencers selling basic parenting advice behind paywallsTake breaks from intensive therapies when needed, especially during summer or after stressful periodsUse trial and error approach with consistency to find what works for your individual child🔗 Learn More: Website: refrigeratormoms.comhttps://www.instagram.com/refrigeratormoms/https://www.linkedin.com/company/refrigeratormomshttps://www.facebook.com/refrigeratormoms/https://www.tiktok.com/@RefrigeratorMoms","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/HulBGQUSL2z8d_6F6RH17faDl04BfOUOawVExctAmvs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83OWUz/Yjk2Nzk5MWE4NTRh/Y2FkMDcxZGU0MmU4/NDkwNS5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}