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Autism Parent to Parent

Sanity-Saving Advice for Every Parent with a Child on the Autism Spectrum
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Your child has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and you are feeling overwhelmed and alone. Suddenly you need to become an expert in treatment, diet, language development, social skills, special education law, insurance and a million other things! What you'd really like to know is how to deal with Aunt Martha's questions at the family reunion! Autism: Parent to Parent is your guide to all of this and more. Veteran parent Shannon Penrod hosts Autism Live, the #1 rated Autism Podcast worldwide, now she is giving you all her best resources, strategies, tips and information to help you and your child survive and thrive. Autism: Parent to Parent covers everything you need to know such as: What do you say to pushy relatives? How do you get the best treatment options? How do you deal with school? Most importantly, how do you deal with all the emotions that come with day-to-day life? Ms. Penrod covers all a parent of an individual with ASD needs to know, with honesty, humor and humility while empowering you to rise to meet all the challenges and triumphs on your journey.
Shannon Penrod was a teacher, actress, and award-winning stand-up comedienne when her life took a sharp left. Her world changed forever when her son was diagnosed with Autism at the age of 2 1/2/ Like many parents Shannon and her husband began a mission of helping their son reach his highest potential. Their son is now a successful college student, studying screenwriting! Shannon is committed to helping other families find their paths. Shannon is the President of The Autism Network, where she hosts the #1 rated Autism Podcast, Autism Live. She also hosts Ask Dr. Doreen and serves as Executive Producer for Stories from the Spectrum. Shannon frequently performs her award-winning comedy show, The Autism Mamalogues, and enjoys speaking to parents and professionals around the world. Her greatest privilege and joy in life is being her son's mother.
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