Tag: podcast

Mealtimes can feel overwhelming when your child has a limited diet — but small shifts can make a big difference. In this episode, Undivided’s Head of Content and Community, Lindsay Crain, sits down with autism dietitian Brittyn Coleman to talk about picky eating in children with autism. Brittyn shares her most effective, practical tips to help …

What does the law actually say about inclusive Extended School Year (ESY) — and how could it impact your child? In this episode, Lindsay Crain, Head of Content and Community at Undivided, introduces a candid and important conversation led by Undivided’s Karen Cull. Karen is joined by David German, Partner at Vanaman German, and Melinda Bird, …

Mental health is a critical part of every child’s well-being — but for children with disabilities, it’s often overlooked or misunderstood. In this episode, Undivided’s Head of Content, Lindsay Crain, sits down with Dr. Lauren Stutman, Clinical Director and Founder of CARE-LA, to unpack the unique mental health challenges faced by children with disabilities. They …

What does it actually take to make inclusion work — not just on paper, but in the classroom? Education and inclusion advocate Karen Ford Cull breaks down how families can move beyond placement and toward true participation in general education. From writing stronger, more inclusive IEP goals to using accommodations, behavior supports, and practical advocacy …

Whether your child is attending camp and needs a 1:1 aide or they’re staying home while you’re working, Regional Center provides services that can help with your child’s summer programming. From social classes and swim lessons to specialized supervision and respite, we have you covered! Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, or anywhere you ...

What does FAPE really mean for your child? And how does the least restrictive environment (LRE) affect where and how they learn? In this Undivided conversation, Dr. Sarah Pelangka, BCBA-D, special education advocate and owner of KnowIEPs, breaks down key concepts every parent should understand about IEPs. She explains your child’s right to a free, appropriate ...

Undivided Parent and Navigator duo Isabelle and Kelly talk about how they worked together to advocate for inclusion with supports, language immersion, and retention. Isabelle shares how her advocacy affected her daughter’s kindergarten experience. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts!

What counts as a “related service” in an IEP — and how do you know if your child is getting the right support? In this episode, Dr. Sarah Pelangka, special education advocate and owner of KnowIEPs, breaks down services like speech therapy, OT, 1:1 aides, AAC, counseling, and more. She explains how these supports are determined ...

California’s proposed 2026–27 budget is here — and the decisions made in the coming months could directly impact programs and services that children with disabilities rely on every day. Hosted by Lindsay Crain, this episode features Christofer Arroyo, Deputy Director of Policy and Public Affairs for the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, breaking down what’s ...

Eye gaze AAC is powerful technology — but understanding how it works is key to using it effectively. In this episode, experts break down how high-tech eye gaze systems use infrared lights, cameras, and specialized software to track eye movement and translate it into communication. We also discuss why eye gaze isn’t plug-and-play, why professional support ...