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    May 7, 2026 · 24 min

    What does it really mean to see your child?  In Episode 104, we sit down with Tyler Sansom, filmmaker behind the powerful new movie Learning You — a story about a father discovering his son, and himself, for the very first time.  Tyler…

  • When They Don't Get It: Handling Judgment with Grace & Grit

    April 24, 2026 · 30 min

    Every autism mom and autism dad knows the look. The stare in the grocery store. The unsolicited advice from a relative. The friend who quietly stops calling.  In this solo episode, I get honest about one of the hardest parts of special…

  • The Other Side Of Autism: Growing Up With Siblings on the Spectrum

    March 18, 2026 · 27 min

    What does it really feel like to grow up as the typical sibling in a special needs family?  In this powerful follow-up to our Glass Children episode, I sit down with my oldest son Jeremiah — who grew up alongside two siblings with…

  • When they Wander: Understanding Autism and Elopement

    November 7, 2025 · 45 min

    The scariest day of my life was the afternoon my five-year-old daughter on the spectrum went missing. The police were notified, we gathered a search party to scour the area, and an hour later we found her in a neighbor’s home, rummaging…

  • Tylenol, Trump, and Parenting Trauma - What Autism Parents Need to Know

    October 24, 2025 · 33 min

    In this milestone 100th episode of the Full Spectrum Parent Podcast, hosts Greg and Jessica Hurlbut break down the Trump administration's controversial September 2025 autism announcement and what it means for special needs families…

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  • BONUS: Praying for your kids this school year

    September 8, 2025 · 12 min

    Hey friends, today we’ve got something special for you: a bonus episode straight from the Pardon the Mess podcast! Every Monday, host Courtney DeFeo shares a short prayer to help you lift up your kids. This year’s series follows Christian…

  • You Bet Your Stretch Marks: Finding Your Purpose in Motherhood

    August 22, 2025 · 31 min

    Feeling like you've lost your sense of purpose in the daily grind of motherhood? You're not alone. In this transformative episode of the Full Spectrum Parent Podcast, host Jessica Hurlbut sits down with bestselling author Abbie Halberstat…

  • Advocating For Your Kids When You're a People Pleaser

    June 29, 2025 · 26 min

    Are you struggling to advocate for your special needs child because you hate confrontation? You're not alone. In this episode of Full Spectrum Parent, host Jessica Hurlbut tackles one of the biggest challenges facing special needs…

  • Power Struggles in Parenting

    June 6, 2025 · 37 min

    As Christian parents, we desire for our kids to listen and obey the rules we set out for their safety and good, but what do we do when they refuse?  Whether you have a child on the spectrum, an obstinate toddler, or just a typical…

  • Navigating Single Parenting With a Child on the Spectrum

    April 24, 2025 · 33 min

    Raising a child with autism solo? You're not alone!  Join us for Episode 95 of the Full Spectrum Parent Podcast as host Jessica Hurlbut chats with Katie Blackburn - writer, teacher, and single mom to six kids, including her 10-year-old…

  • Finding Joy When Life Doesn't Change

    March 29, 2025 · 40 min

    Happiness is circumstantial. But joy comes from Jesus—it’s not based upon our circumstances.  Yet one of the hardest hurdles to conquer in our parenting is finding joy when life doesn’t change.  Episode 94 is part 2 of our 3-Part Series…

  • Finding God in our Pain & Embracing this Special Life

    March 17, 2025 · 25 min

    Parenting is a gift from God and a beautiful journey. But if we’re honest, it’s also incredibly hard and sometimes heartbreaking.  In Episode 93 of the Full Spectrum Parent, we chat with Jenn Soehnlin about embracing the special needs…

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About the show

Welcome to Full Spectrum Parent - the premier Christian podcast for autism and special needs parenting. Join pastors and autism parents Greg and Jessica Hurlbut as they share Biblical wisdom, practical strategies, and authentic encouragement for your special needs journey. Each episode delivers a dose of help, a dose of humor, and a dose of hope. Greg and Jessica offer practical help for daily challenges, genuine humor to lighten your path, and faith-filled hope to strengthen your spirit. Whether navigating IEP meetings, sensory challenges, or seeking God's purpose in special needs parenting, you'll find understanding and community here. As part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network, Full Spectrum Parent combines clinical insights with Biblical truth to support your family's unique needs. For more parenting resources and spiritual guidance, visit www.ChristianParenting.org. New episodes are released biweekly to help you become the confident, faith-filled special needs parent God called you to be.