Nancy Gilette RDI Consultant
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Providing RDI Services & Support for Parents of Autistic Children & Teens.
Who Knew...Over 25 years ago, I started this work because I wanted to help children. The children who were misunderstood, Judged, Confused..
The ones just trying to get along in a world that didn't always make sense to them. What surprised me was how much of the work became helping the environment around the child.
Being a parent is hard.. and as I met so many amazing families and with my own journey.. Us parents are doing the best we can..in world that is confusing with soo many demands and the truth is... parenting is complex, it's dynamic.
There is no "how-to" manual for parenting a neurodivergent child.....There are more questions, decisions, advocating and learning.
Trying to understand what your child needs while also trying to support yourself and your family..bah..there is soo much to navigate!
I was a professional and had all this insight.. but truth is ..When I became a parent it changed... (I still chuckled at what I used to say before kids!! Lol)..It pushed me to think differently.
To dig deeper.
To become more reflective.
To find out what truly supports an neurodivergent brain (thank you RDI!)
I had to let go of old assumptions and find a different way forward.
And through all these years, I've realized that the greatest gift I can offer parents isn't a perfect strategy or a quick fix.
It's a opportunity to shift to different perspective.
Because when we begin to see behavior differently, understand regulation differently, and view our children through a lens of curiosity, everything starts to shift.
Want to learn more about what I am talking about.. pm me!
Spring Break puppy! We got Joey 2 weeks ago and I can’t imagine our world without him💜💜
04/02/2026
Autism isn’t something that needs to be fixed.
It’s something that needs to be understood.
April 2 is Autism Awareness Day…and autism isn’t just one day for me (and most of you reading this) ... it’s part of my life, every single day… and I truly love it. 💛
Let’s take a moment to celebrate the beauty of neurodiversity and the authenticity that comes through autism (even the hard times of dysregulation, overwhelmed and exhausting at times)--cause that alone is something to celebrate-> reliance at its finest.
Being on this journey (with families with children, teens, and adults) is a deeply meaningful experience. It’s has shaped how I see the world, how I connect, and how I support others.
I feel incredibly grateful to have built my career within the autism community. Through my work, lived experiences, and learning (including RDI), I’ve come to understand what it means to live more authentically and intentionally to create a quality of life.
Autism isn’t about fitting into a mold.
It’s about understanding, supporting, and nurturing each person’s unique way of being ...while building skills that support a meaningful quality of life.
Let’s continue to grow awareness, shift perspectives, and lead with understanding and respect for autistic individuals ... today and every day.🤘👏
04/23/2025
When Grocery Shopping Feels Impossible ✨
Ever been here?
You walk into the store—list in hand, plan in mind.
You’ve done this before. You know what needs to happen.
But your autistic child? Yeah… they’ve got other plans.
🔆 The lights? Too bright.
🔊 The sounds? Way too much.
💨 The plan? Falling apart faster than you can say, “Here, take my phone.”
You feel their anxiety rising.
You feel your own regulation slipping.
But the groceries still need to get done.
So what do you do? Take a moment.. thats it..
You pause.
You breathe.
You meet them where they are and be curious what can I do to help (rather than focusing on control of behaviour).
✨ Find a role (hello co-regulation) something simple and predictable to keep them engaged.
🛒 “Child can hold the apple bag open, and I’ll put the apples in.”
📋 “Can you help me check this off the list?”
It’s not about rushing through.
It’s about reframing the moment so it works for both of you.
Small shifts make a world of difference difference.
Understanding behaviour = Less stress and more connection.
What’s worked for you during errands? Drop a tip below or DM me..I love hearing what’s helped other families.
OR even better... come join me in my group today for more insight in everyday life!
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