Wounds to Heal
In this season, we take a candid look at the tougher experiences and feelings that often follow after a diagnosis and the impact it can have on autistic children, parents and caregivers. From feelings of judgement and shame, to lack of support, or burnout, we will pull back the curtain and discuss the real challenges faced by autistic children trying to succeed in life as well as the very real impact on caregivers. Season 5 “Wounds to Heal” launches Friday, June 24th, 2022 everywhere you stream podcasts.
Bonus EP – Embracing Autism IRL – Meet Andrew Komarow
We share audio from our third episode of the Embracing Autism IRL video series where we sit down with Andrew Komarow, Autistic Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and founder of Planning Across the Spectrum. In this episode, we chat about the importance of Financial independence for individuals with disabilities and how […]
EP 510 – Unmasking Autism
Join us as we wrap up season 5 and discuss our family’s most recent and shocking autism development.
EP 509 – Overcoming Guilt
Tune into the conversation as we talk about the very real guilt many parents feel when we first receive our child’s autism diagnosis.
EP 508 – Keeping Your Cool
Join us as we talk about the frustration we experience as parents when others deny our child’s autism diagnosis and assume it is misbehavior.
EP 507 – Defying Bullies
Join us as we discuss the hostility towards parents of autistic children from the online autism community and how we can continue embracing autism without losing ourselves in the process.
EP 506 – Enduring Rejection
Today we reflect on the social rejection and isolation autistic children face, which often accompanies them into adulthood.
EP 505 – Planning Ahead
In this episode, we discuss the challenging topic of what happens to our children after we’re gone and how we can best prepare.
EP 504 – Reclaiming Disability
Today we look into the debate over the use of the term “disability” to refer to autism and whether or not it’s considered appropriate.
EP 503 – Loving Thy Neighbor
In this episode, we reflect on the challenges of seeking an autism-inclusive Church and discuss how to advocate for simple changes at free or low-cost to your place of worship.
EP 502 – Burning Out
We chat about caregiver burnout and how to recognize the signs.
EP 501 – Coping With Judgment
We delve into the challenging topic of judgment and shame, both as parents of autistic children but also from the perspective of growing up neurodivergent.
Season 05 Trailer
Welcome to Season 5! This trailer introduces the theme of “Wounds to Heal” and highlights a few topics to be covered this season. Season 5 premiers Friday, June 24th, 2022, on your favorite podcasting platforms.