EP13: Preparing for Summer

This episode features a great discussion between Dr. E and Jennifer Brittingham – the SMart Center’s Lead Clinician and School Consultant - on what parents can do to prepare their children for the summer months ahead. These next few months will provide individuals with SM with some unique opportunities. There will be untraditional socialization situations with peers, visits with extended family, and may even include a summer vacation to a new, unfamiliar place. Dr E and Jen break all these scenarios down and more in this episode. 

Timestamps: 

(2:05) Importance of socializing throughout the summer 

(7:13) What to look for when choosing a summer camp 

(13:25) Pre-camp tips to get child ready for day 1 of camp 

(17:41) How to create opportunities for social communication  

(26:17) Do’s and don’t’s when trying to create comfort during the summer  

(30:57) Putting it all together 

(33:36) Don't underestimate utilizing family, friends, and relatives 

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Relevant resources:

• Webinar: Summer Strategies 101 
• Webinar: Summer Strategies 102
• Book: Summer Vacation & Back-to-School Guide (download eBook)

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This podcast was produced by New Edition Consulting 

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