Welcome to The Parenting Minute with T & Tango — a quick moment of encouragement, reflection, and practical parenting insight.

In this Parenting Minute, Theresa shares a simple but powerful moment when a child responded to another child instead of an adult. This highlights the importance of modeling and peer influence in child development. Children often learn best by watching the people around them, making positive examples one of the most powerful teaching tools we have.

About Tango

He is our mixed-breed rescue who takes me for a walk every morning.

Parenting on the Spectrum App

While you wait for services, don’t wait for progress. The Parenting on the Spectrum app helps you support, track, and celebrate your child or student's growth with practical tools and loving guidance. Because every moment matters. No waitlist required

Start today at: ⁠app.parentingonthespectrum.co⁠

Your child isn’t broken. They’re communicating in a language most people haven’t learned yet.Inside my Parenting on the Spectrum personalized program, I teach parents how to understand that language and help their child build communication, regulation, and independence.To learn more email: ⁠wecare@parentingonthespectrum.co⁠

Pathways to Early Communication book

If you're like most parents, you want to do everything possible to help your child reach their fullest potential. Communication delays can be very frustrating and worrying for both children and parents. This book is a great tool for anyone working with infants and toddlers to help them develop the skills they need to prevent or reduce the effects of any possible delays.

The author, who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist, uses stories from her own work to bring points home in an interesting and easy-to-read way. This book makes a great shower gift for any new parent!Find it at your favourite book seller by following this link: ⁠https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate⁠

Close your eyes, take a deep belly breath! You don't have to do this alone

In this powerful episode of Parenting on the Spectrum, Theresa sits down with author and attorney Shermin Kruse to explore the balance between emotional awareness and self-control through the lens of “stoic empathy.”

Shermin shares her extraordinary childhood experience growing up in post-revolutionary Iran during war, missile attacks, and political unrest and how her parents modeled calm, love, and emotional safety in the midst of chaos. Together, Theresa and Shermin discuss how parents can remain grounded during difficult moments, especially while raising autistic and neurodivergent children.

This conversation dives into:

• The difference between reacting and responding
• How empathy and emotional regulation work together
• Parenting through overwhelm, meltdowns, and stress
• Why parents must learn to regulate themselves first
• Letting go of guilt and learning from mistakes
• Teaching resilience while still showing compassion
• The “duality of control” and focusing on what we can control

This episode is a reminder that parenting isn’t about perfection; it’s about showing up with love, awareness, and the willingness to grow.

About Sher

Shermin Kruse is an internationally recognized author, attorney, TEDx producer, and Northwestern University law professor whose work focuses on empathy, resilience, leadership, and negotiation. Born in Tehran during the Iranian Revolution, Shermin draws from her experiences living through war and political upheaval to teach the power of emotional regulation and “stoic empathy” balancing compassion with self-control. Her work has influenced audiences worldwide through her bestselling book Stoic Empathy, TEDx talks, speaking engagements, and leadership training.

Learn more from Sher at: https://www.sherminkruse.com/

About Theresa

Theresa Alexander-Inman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, certified infant massage coach, author, and parent advocate dedicated to empowering families raising autistic and neurodivergent children. With experience supporting children from infancy through adulthood, Theresa is passionate about helping families build communication, emotional regulation, independence, and meaningful connection through compassionate, evidence-based strategies. She is the founder of Parenting on the Spectrum, where she combines professional expertise with heartfelt conversations to inspire and support families

Parenting on the Spectrum App

While you wait for services, don’t wait for progress. The Parenting on the Spectrum app helps you support, track, and celebrate your child or student's growth with practical tools and loving guidance. Because every moment matters. No waitlist required

Start today at: app.parentingonthespectrum.co

Your child isn’t broken. They’re communicating in a language most people haven’t learned yet.Inside my Parenting on the Spectrum personalized program, I teach parents how to understand that language and help their child build communication, regulation, and independence.To learn more email: wecare@parentingonthespectrum.co

Pathways to Early Communication book

If you're like most parents, you want to do everything possible to help your child reach their fullest potential. Communication delays can be very frustrating and worrying for both children and parents. This book is a great tool for anyone working with infants and toddlers to help them develop the skills they need to prevent or reduce the effects of any possible delays.

The author, who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist, uses stories from her own work to bring points home in an interesting and easy-to-read way. This book makes a great shower gift for any new parent!Find it at your favourite book seller by following this link: https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate

Close your eyes, take a deep belly breath! You don't have to do this alone

Most of us live with a relentless inner critic, but it doesn’t have to run the show. In this episode, Theresa talks with therapist and coach Sue Erhart about practical ways to notice critical thoughts, soften self-judgment, and shift toward a kinder inner voice. Parents will learn simple tools to model self-compassion and confidence, repair after tough moments, and raise children who grow up hearing encouragement instead of criticism.

About Sue

Sue Erhart is the author of "Lose Your Critic for Good”

, a

step-by-step process for reclaiming your spirit. As a retired

corporate executive/leader at a large company and lawyer by

training, Sue is also the creator of Practical Spirituality, a

platform where she helps people navigate their personal

spiritual journeys to find not only fulfillment but great success

too. Drawing from her experiences, Sue shows her followers an

easier path, after doing it the hard way.

Sue's journey began when she realized she had a critic living rent-free in her head,

unknowingly carrying it through life. The turning point came when she understood

this critic wasn't aligned with her spirit but was instead holding her hostage.

Through her journey, Sue developed a unique approach to help others ditch their

critic through Practical Spirituality, a pragmatic path to self-love and appreciation to

reclaim their power

Learn more from Sue and find her book at: https://www.sueerhart.com/

Parenting on the Spectrum App

While you wait for services, don’t wait for progress. The Parenting on the Spectrum app helps you support, track, and celebrate your child or student's growth with practical tools and loving guidance. Because every moment matters. No waitlist required

Start today at: app.parentingonthespectrum.co

Your child isn’t broken.

They’re communicating in a language most people haven’t learned yet.

Inside my Parenting on the Spectrum personalized program, I teach parents how to understand that language and help their child build communication, regulation, and independence.

To learn more email: wecare@parentingonthespectrum.co

Pathways to Early Communication book

If you're like most parents, you want to do everything possible to help your child reach their fullest potential. Communication delays can be very frustrating and worrying for both children and parents. This book is a great tool for anyone working with infants and toddlers to help them develop the skills they need to prevent or reduce the effects of any possible delays. The author, who is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Infant Toddler Developmental Specialist, uses stories from her own work to bring points home in an interesting and easy-to-read way. This book makes a great shower gift for any new parent!

Find it at your favourite book seller by following this link: https://books2read.com/How-can-I-help-my-child-communicate

Is parenting your kids in today’s world feeling impossible? Josh Poteet, lead pastor and author of Parenting Against the Current, shares practical strategies for Christian parents to disciple their children with purpose. He explores the challenges families face in a world full of distractions and competing influences, and offers actionable tools to help children grow in faith, character, and intentional living. Whether you’re navigating daily parenting decisions or seeking a bigger vision for your family, Josh provides encouragement and guidance to raise kids who follow Jesus boldly.

About Josh Poteet (in his words)

I’ve spent over a decade in the Relational Discipleship Network, watching adults thrive in their walk with Jesus, while families quietly struggled at home. I wrote Parenting Against the Current to change that. My passion is equipping parents to see the home as their most important mission field and to give them a clear, practical pathway to disciple their kids. God’s methods weren’t meant to stay in the church; they were meant to start in the home.

Learn from Josh at: https://parentingagainstthecurrent.com/

About Theresa

A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Infant Toddler Development Specialist, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Introduced to behavior analysis in 2007 after years in the juvenile justice system.

Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child development skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022. Find it at your favourite book seller.

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About Parenting on the Spectrum

Raising autistic children comes with unique joys, challenges, and learning moments. Join host Theresa as she explores the diverse experiences of parenting kids on the spectrum. Each episode features expert insights, real-life stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate this journey with understanding, compassion, and strength. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or ally, this podcast is your go-to resource for fostering connection and celebrating neurodiversity.

Please share if this has been helpful to you. Thank you fir listening, commenting and rating. Be well! Theresa

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📱 App: Parenting on the Spectrum App app.parentingonthespectrum.co

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Are screens taking over your kids' free time? Join us as fantasy author [Name] shares how books like The Jewels of Fateare helping kids and teens rediscover the magic of reading! Tune in to learn why reading is more important than ever, and get some great book recommendations for reluctant readers. #BookLove #FantasyBooks #ReadingAdventures #ReluctantReaders #ScreenFreeFun

About Tyler

Tyler writes fantasy novels that get kids and teens back into reading. He established Snure Stories and published his first novel, The Jewels of Fate, in 2019 when he was a senior high school student. The Sword of Sorenth is the second book in his fiction, fantasy, adventure trilogy and was released in 2022. It quickly reached #8 on Amazon's bestseller list for its category. He has presented at conferences, online summits, schools, libraries, boards of education and been featured on multiple podcasts. He frequently talks about the importance of reading and starting a business as a young entrepreneur.

Learn more from Tyler at: Website: https://www.snurestories.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snure_stories/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snurestoriesYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@snurestories4282

What's Your Field of Magic Personality Quiz: https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/5f0ccd6f5fe7590014b92421

About Theresa

A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Infant Toddler Development Specialist, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Introduced to behavior analysis in 2007 after years in the juvenile justice system.

Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child development skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022. Find it at your favourite book seller.

Connect with Theresa today!

• Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting_Spectrum⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

• Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

About Parenting on the Spectrum

Raising autistic children comes with unique joys, challenges, and learning moments. Join host Theresa as she explores the diverse experiences of parenting kids on the spectrum. Each episode features expert insights, real-life stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate this journey with understanding, compassion, and strength. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or ally, this podcast is your go-to resource for fostering connection and celebrating neurodiversity.

Please share if this has been helpful to you. Thank you fir listening, commenting and rating. Be well! Theresa

What if autism isn’t caused by just one thing? What if it’ sdue to a complex combination of genetics, environment, and inflammation?

In this eye-opening episode, we speak with Kashif Khan, CEO of The DNA Company and author of The DNA Way, about emerging research on the root causes of autism. Kashif shares how genetic pathways, toxic exposures, and chronic inflammation can shape brain development and what that means for prevention, early intervention, and support.

Whether you're a parent, practitioner, or simply curious, this conversation challenges conventional thinking and offers hope through science, personalization, and awareness.

🎧 Tune in to explore the biology behind behavior and how we can better support neurodivergent children from the inside out.

About Kashif Khan

Kashif Khan is Founder of The DNA Company, a pioneering organization advancing personalized medicine through deeper interpretation of the human genome.

Raised in Vancouver, Canada, in an immigrant family, Kashif cultivated a strong entrepreneurial drive early in life. Before launching The DNA Company, he served as an advisor to numerous high-growth startups across diverse industries.

Through his work in functional genomics, Kashif discovered that his own genetic blueprint reflects a natural inclination toward entrepreneurship. At the same time, his genetic profile also revealed an increased sensitivity to environmental pollutants — insights that further fueled his passion for personalized, preventive health solutions.

In this eye-opening episode, Kashif Khan, Founder of The DNA Company and author of The DNA Way, discusses emerging research on autism’s root causes. They include genetic pathways, toxic exposures, and chronic inflammation. He explores implications for prevention, early intervention, and meaningful support offering hope through science, personalization, and awareness.

🎧 Tune in to explore the biology behind behavior and how to better support neurodivergent children from the inside out.

Learn more from Dr. Kash at: https://www.instagram.com/kashkhanofficial/

About Theresa

A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Infant Toddler Development Specialist, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Introduced to behavior analysis in 2007 after years in the juvenile justice system.

Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child development skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022. Find it at your favourite book seller.

Connect with Theresa today!

• Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting_Spectrum⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

• Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

About Parenting on the Spectrum

Raising autistic children comes with unique joys, challenges, and learning moments. Join host Theresa as she explores the diverse experiences of parenting kids on the spectrum. Each episode features expert insights, real-life stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate this journey with understanding, compassion, and strength. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or ally, this podcast is your go-to resource for fostering connection and celebrating neurodiversity.

Please share if this has been helpful to you. Thank you fir listening, commenting and rating. Be well! Theresa

What if small shifts rooted in behavioral psychology could completely change how you respond to your child, and transform your parenting results?

Discover how behavioral psychology can transform your parenting approach in this insightful episode. Host Theresa Alexander Inman and her guest Jenny Hornby explore practical strategies to create positive changes in parenting. They discuss from understanding behavior patterns to nurturing healthy habits in children. Learn how small, intentional shifts in your actions can lead to big improvements in your family dynamic, fostering connection, growth, and lasting positive change. Perfect for parents looking to strengthen their skills and build a more harmonious home.

About Jenny Hornby (in her words)

My heart is to help children. I am passionate about teaching parents how to help children as well as working directly with children through play. I am very engaging with people and am an easy interview. I provide simple tools for audiences without overloading them with a lot of information and steps. As is true for most therapists, I am paying forward the help I was given when I was struggling with depression and anxiety.

About Theresa

A wife and a mother to two children and grandmother, Theresa Alexander Inman is a Parenting Coach, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Infant Toddler Development Specialist, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist. Introduced to behavior analysis in 2007 after years in the juvenile justice system.

Her goal is to improve the lives of children and families by helping them strategize child development skills to prevent or reduce the effects of possible delays while having fun! She also served as a panelist on the first annual Autism World Summit.

Theresa is also an author, having published ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠“Pathways to Early Communication”⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in 2022. Find it at your favourite book seller.

Connect with Theresa today!

• Instagram | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• LinkedIn | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• BabyBoomer.org | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theresa Inman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• YouTube | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Tiktok | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@parentcoachtheresa

• Spotify via Anchor.fm | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Parenting with Confidence ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Website: https://www.theresaalexanderinman.com/

About Parenting on the Spectrum

Raising autistic children comes with unique joys, challenges, and learning moments. Join host Theresa as she explores the diverse experiences of parenting kids on the spectrum. Each episode features expert insights, real-life stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate this journey with understanding, compassion, and strength. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or ally, this podcast is your go-to resource for fostering connection and celebrating neurodiversity.

Please share if this has been helpful to you. Thank you for your comments and ratings. Be well! Theresa