The On-Time Autism Intervention is a podcast for parents of children three and younger who are interested in information about autism, autism diagnosis, and autism intervention and resources for young children. Many parents of young children diagnosed with autism have little/no prior experience with autism and are looking for information and answers to help guide their early steps in this new journey. This podcast will provide parents with relevant information about characteristics of autism in very young children (0-3) as well as strategies for pursuing services & resources after diagnosis.
Episode 18 - Infant Sibling Research—a Conversation with an Autism Researcher, Heather Hazlett
In episode 18, Jess co-hosts with Kimmy, who listeners will remember from the last episode, who is a BCBA and the older sibling of an autistic adult. Today, they welcome Heather Hazlett, PhD., a licensed psychologist who participates in clinical work and is an assistant professor at the University of North Carolina (UNC). Her training is in child neuropsychology, and her research focuses on brain development in neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism. Dr Hazlett is a researcher in the Baby Siblings Research Consortium, and she discusses some of these research findings and how they pertain to families today with Jess and Kimmy. We hope you enjoy the episode!
Resources –
Our IBIS network website: Infant Brain Imaging Study (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://ibis-network.com/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jmSsu5NQJDbbqg5CV1QvUAMNjcs8BwaUXBE8tNVv-V4PR8Vd401z9FlFJSIMB9a3BWTOF5whYi5_-7dTcN3sInaArA$)
The BSRC website: Home | Baby Siblings Research Consortium (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.babysiblingsresearchconsortium.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jmSsu5NQJDbbqg5CV1QvUAMNjcs8BwaUXBE8tNVv-V4PR8Vd401z9FlFJSIMB9a3BWTOF5whYi5_-7dTcN3OfCvNAQ$)
Disclaimer: This podcast represents the opinions of Dr. Jessica Greenson, PhD, our cohost, and guest(s) on the show. The content here should not be taken as clinical or medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each child is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional with any specific questions.
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25 Jun 2025
Episode 17 - Siblings
In episode 17, Jess welcomes Kelleen and Kimmy, who are both older siblings of autistic adults. Kelleen is an SLP, and Kimmy is a BCBA, both at the University of Washington’s Autism Center. In today’s discussion, they share how their experiences with their autistic siblings shaped them as people, but also as compassionate practitioners and advocates in their fields. We look at the joys and challenges they experienced as older siblings and some of the issues that continue to arise as they navigate the present and future. And last, but not least, they offer parents some helpful advice for helping their neurotypical children understand and embrace autism. We hope you enjoy the episode!
Resources –
Websites for Siblings:
Sesame Street (young children) – http://autism.sesamestreet.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/autism.sesamestreet.org/__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswbEtGg2Ec$)
Rocking Mountain Sibs – https://www.rmsibs.com/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.rmsibs.com/__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswb8r10GJ8$)
A Sibling's Guide to Autism – https://www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/2018-08/Siblings%20Guide%20to%20Autism.pdf (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/2018-08/Siblings*20Guide*20to*20Autism.pdf__;JSUl!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswbkX5n9e4$)
Siblings of Autism – https://siblingsofautism.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/siblingsofautism.org/__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswb1HCgJTE$)
Sibling Leadership Network – https://siblingleadership.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/siblingleadership.org/__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswbcgjELLc$)
Sibling Support Project – https://siblingsupport.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/siblingsupport.org/__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswbfd01KiI$)
The Organization for Autism Research has a number of sibling resources – https://researchautism.org/how-we-help/families/sibling-support/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/researchautism.org/how-we-help/families/sibling-support/__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswbBzrzvlc$)
The Arc of New Jersey has several helpful resources for siblings of all ages – https://www.thearcfamilyinstitute.org/resources/sibling-resources/young-sibs.html (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.thearcfamilyinstitute.org/resources/sibling-resources/young-sibs.html__;!!Aer6R9v1Nk4!616LJtiEwYr9ogw50R8fDLYjvgOtEjOowk3Wu4oJQ1JB3YKCPjfSgEVF3NZWPB3J8m3Ry7GlAswbzUiuc-w$)
Parent to Parent – https://www.p2pusa.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.p2pusa.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!nhiTTXk_s6KCPGD2BchS7U8EtSLbZiHUkW_JQqbvqaKqTHl9cUEBFUdwj0dN9nMJyezWPhAumA$)
The Sibling Transformation Project – https://www.siblingtransformation.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.siblingtransformation.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!nhiTTXk_s6KCPGD2BchS7U8EtSLbZiHUkW_JQqbvqaKqTHl9cUEBFUdwj0dN9nMJyewNG-WXGw$)
Growing Up Alongside a Sibling with a Disability –https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/11/parenting/children-sibling-disability.html (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.nytimes.com/2020/05/11/parenting/children-sibling-disability.html__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!nhiTTXk_s6KCPGD2BchS7U8EtSLbZiHUkW_JQqbvqaKqTHl9cUEBFUdwj0dN9nMJyez-AfX73w$)
Books for Parents about Siblings:
Siblings of Children with Autism: A Guide for Families by Sandra Harris PhD & Beth Glasberg PhD
Autism Spectrum Disorder Sibling Support: 15 Practical Tips for Parents & Caregivers by Trish Thorpe
Here are links to picture book lists featuring Autistic children.
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/maistorybooklibrary/list/14VLE2C1F0T17 (https://www.amazon.com/shop/maistorybooklibrary/list/14VLE2C1F0T17)
Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/lists/autism-acceptance-picture-book-list (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/bookshop.org/lists/autism-acceptance-picture-book-list__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!gIvNVq1Xqjnwm1rH4RfMH9yGSxeKxx3n5qBi-gfuPVlov-Bg1Z-R8CCN6bOZ6l_nMSQgd57UFO4$)
Sibling books:
Benji, the Bad Day, and Me by Sally J. Pla
My Brother Otto by Meg Raby (preschool to early elementary)
My Brother Charlie by Holly Robinson Peete & Ryan Elizabeth Peete (elementary age)
Leah's Voice by Lori DeMonia (elementary age)
Tacos Anyone? By Marvie Ellis (elementary age) - Bilingual book
Brotherly Feelings: Me, My Emotions, and My Brother with Asperger's Syndrome by Sam Frender & Rob Schiffmiller (elementary age)
What About Me? A book by and for an Autism Sibling by Brennan & Mandy Farmer (elementary age)
Understanding Samantha: A Sibling's Perspective of Autism by Dustin Daniels (elementary age)
Everybody is Different by Fiona Bleach (elementary/middle school age)
Autism: The Invisible Cord by Barbara Cain (middle school)
Rules by Cynthia Lord (middle school)
The Reason I Jump by Naoki Higashida (middle school)
Same but Different: Teen Life on the Autism Express by Holly Robinson Peete, Ryan Elizabeth Peete, & RJ Peete (middle school/high school)
The Sibling Survival Guide: Indispensable Information for Brothers & Sisters of Adults with Disabilities by Don Meyer & Emily Holl (high school/adults)
Memoirs by Siblings:
Boy Alone: A Brother's Memoir by Karl Greensfeld
How to be a Sister: A love story with a twist of autism by Eileen Garvin
The Ride Together: A Brother & Sister's Memoir of Autism in the Family by Paul & Judy Karasik
At Home in the Land of Oz: My Sister, Autism, and Me by Anne Barnhill
Crystal Puzzle: Growing Up with a Sister with Asperger's by Ashley Nance
How autism shapes sibling relationships (https://www.thetransmitter.org/spectrum/how-autism-shapes-sibling-relationships/) By Emily Laber-Warren
9 Apr 2025
Episode 16 - Mealtime Support
In this episode, Ashley and Jess talk about supporting feeding and mealtime with Dr. Yev Veverka. Yev has been both a practitioner and researcher in the area of mealtime and is an author of the book, Meaningful Mealtimes: Practical Strategies for All Young Eaters (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/products.brookespublishing.com/Meaningful-Mealtimes-P1572.aspx__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jzJkNqBfnMEJLXo0Nc_wfTqHhyjFnjSj_DET8CyemgzvlY2vXyXWXw-YflLgYDhDaZKaFk61iDcV$). We discuss common feeding challenges and low-pressure, practical ways to support children with mealtime.
Resources: https://www.feedingmatters.org/ (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.feedingmatters.org/__;!!K-Hz7m0Vt54!jzJkNqBfnMEJLXo0Nc_wfTqHhyjFnjSj_DET8CyemgzvlY2vXyXWXw-YflLgYDhDaZKaFh9UjU6F$)
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