#019 Lisa Brownstone and the Eighth Sense

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I am excited to bring this podcast episode to you as Lisa has been a champion of mine ever since I first met her while speaking in Saskatchewan. Not only does Lisa share her professional experience as a (now retired) Occupational Therapist, a member of the Board of Directors of CanFASD, but she has also raised two individuals on the Spectrum and is currently raising a grandchild.

Her experience raising her two children – with nine years apart – is an example of how far our understanding of FASD has come, the importance of early intervention and inter-dependence for success, as well as her own growth as a parent. You will learn:

• The different experiences her children had based on a diagnosis, understanding and accommodations
• Regression is “normal” especially in times of stress or uncertainty
• How all areas of the body – and relating senses – are affected by prenatal alcohol  exposure
• Just exactly what the eighth sense and why understanding it is important for FASD
• Why getting an OT assessment is important and what you can do at home if you can’t get one:  “It’s lots of work, but you can definitely start building up your own sensory diet for your child.”

In the last part of the podcast Lisa answers questions from our Closed Facebook Group which you won’t want to miss.  She also relates her best advice to parents and caregivers. Lots of useful information packed in this one!

For show notes:
www.fasdsuccess.com/podcast

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