Moms Talk Autism Podcast

In this episode, Shannon and Tash sit down with the incredible Allison Bolson—a mom of four (yes, four!) neurodiverse boys. Allison shares what it’s been like raising her crew in Australia, from the ups and downs of getting diagnoses to figuring out education plans that actually work for her kids. They dive into the messy, beautiful reality of IEPs, how hard it can be to find the right support, an...

In this episode, Tash, Shannon, and Brittney are diving into life with almost-teens—because puberty waits for no one. From navigating school systems and prepping for big educational changes, to decoding the daily dose of sass and side-eye, we're covering it all. Let’s be real: parenting at this stage feels like trying to translate a foreign language… while blindfolded… on a rollercoaster. We don’t...

In this heartful and honest conversation, Tiffany Feingold opens up about her journey as a mother of a neurodivergent child—and the power of finding your voice through advocacy. From the grief that often shadows a diagnosis to the empowerment that comes from building community, Tiffany walks us through the real, raw, and inspiring moments that have shaped her mission to support families just like...

Today we chat with Jennifer and Nicole, the founders of SocialWise VR, a virtual application designed to teach social skills to neurodivergent youth. We discuss the immersive experience it offers to help young adults navigate social situations! You can find them here: https://www.socialwisevr.com https://www.instagram.com/socialwisevr Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com f...

This one is a little unhinged, mostly in a good way. We needed to break up the heavy and hard with a silly episode where we talk about anything and everything that is NOT autism. Buckle up and enjoy or skip this one if you’re not in the same space. Either way, thanks for being here. Discussion Questions: What movie star would portray you in the MTA Movie? If you had another podcast, what would the...

They’re back to chat and with a new book! Dr Yael Rothman and Dr. Katia Fredrikson are once again here with us to discuss our neurodivergent kids, finding the appropriate therapies and care for them, and how to talk to our kids about autism. What is autism? How do I explain such complex concepts to my child? Where do I even start? Ultimately, we want to think long-term for our kids' overall succes...

In this episode of Moms Talk Autism , Jean and Shannon chat with communication and processing specialist & parent coach, Eloise Zareian, about what it takes to support kids with special needs, especially around communication and caregiver burnout. Eloise shares how her journey led to founding Livewyre Learning and why helping parents is just as important as helping kids. They dig into language dev...

Welcome back with the moms! Today, we sit down and chat about ALL the puberty stuff currently happening in our homes. We are NOT experts. Trust us. We are just trying to make it through! Chat with us.. We would love to hear your puberty stories too! You can email us at hello@momstalkautism.com Don't forget to join us on Patreon ! We have video and bonus episodes there! Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...

One of the worst pieces of news a mother can receive: your child has cancer. Our friend, Kara Ryska, knows how that feels, her family has lived and continues to live with that life changing diagnosis. We discuss the shift from one expectation for your family to a completely different frame of mind. We can change and grow and alter our perspectives AND we can thrive in our new life! Kara’s journey...

Today, Tash and Shannon sit down with Dr. Eric Weiss—a father, a physician, and a passionate advocate for innovation in autism care. Dr. Weiss shares his deeply personal journey raising a child with autism and how it led him to shift from a career in plastic surgery to exploring emerging autism research. In this episode, we discuss the potential of stem cell therapy to address brain inflammation,...

Real and honest chat about imposter syndrome in autism parenting with Shannon, Jean & Tash! Come and chat.. let us know what you think! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Chessen, founder of Autism Fitness. Eric explains the crucial role of fitness for individuals on the autism spectrum. We talk about common fitness misconceptions why fitness should be a fundamental aspect of health and well-being for autistic individuals. IG: @TheAutismFitness Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

Shannon broke Brittney last week. She called to check on Brit, to see how she was doing with all of the stuff in the media. And she broke her (in the best way possible...). So, today is a full on friend therapy session. Gets a bit deep, friends. But it's good. Let's chat with Brit about all the things. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

Today, we enjoyed speaking with Becky Large from Champion Autism Network (CAN)! We often discuss how difficult it can be for our families to travel. Becky fills us in on how CAN and Autism Travel Club help families like ours go on vacations that we may not normally be able to enjoy!  You can find Becky on her site at: https://beckylarge.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

So many of you loved the last episode with Dr. Brandon Crawford, so we brought him back! This time around, we discussed the difference between standard neurology and functional neurology. We also discussed not just stopping at the symptom but digging deeper. Also touched on were reflexes and bedwetting, the importance of co-activation, and what to look for if you are looking for a functional neuro...

Rapid Fire Q&A with our friend, Ashley Lewis, today! Questions we tackled in this bonus episode are: Building Confidence with your kids Daily Routines Childhood memories Stimming triggers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we sat down with our friend, Ashley Lewis, to discuss the sibling dynamic in our homes. How do we foster positive relationships with our kids? How can we help our families function as a team? Come chat with us! Questions Answered: Creating a family team Explaining autism to siblings Responsibility vs. being a kid Later Care for autistic sibling Presley’s friends Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

Today Tash and Shannon chatted with Dr. Ariel Rubin. She's a child psychiatrist who has a personal connection to autism through her brother. Dr. Rubin shares her journey into psychiatry and explores the dynamics of growing up with a sibling with autism. Today we focus on autism and ADHD, how these conditions intersect with mental health, the importance of late diagnoses, and the emotional challeng...

Shannon and Brittney get to chat with their IRL friend today! Rachel shares her journey with her daughter, Audrey, who has a rare genetic disorder known as CASK. We discuss the challenges of navigating the diagnosis process, the impact of early intervention therapies, and the importance of finding the right educational fit for Audrey. Rachel is a member and regional leader of “We Are Brave Togethe...

It’s a GRAB BAGGGGG! Questions we discuss today are: What is your Patronus? Please geek out with us. Our thoughts on ABA vs School in early diagnosis. How do I help support a friend who is also going through a diagnosis with her child? How do you balance staying informed vs protecting your mental health? We discuss laundry and how much we loathe it and how to get through it. If you could hire some...

Today Tash & Shannon had the pleasure of speaking with Jeffe Boats, an autistic father and professor, who shares his journey of self-discovery and parenting an autistic son. We explore Jeffe's early life, the challenges of understanding autism, and the importance of representation in literature. Jeff discusses his debut novel, which features an autistic protagonist and emphasizes the need for dive...

Part 2 of 2! Today Tash and Shannon welcome back Stephen and Nick from the On the Spectrum podcast. We deep into personal experiences with autism, ADHD, and other co-occurring diagnoses. Steve & Nick share their journeys of diagnosis, parenting neurodiverse children, and the complexities of mental health diagnoses. We also explore the unique experiences of parenting neurodiverse children, emph...

Part 1 of 2! Today Tash and Shannon welcome back Stephen and Nick from the On the Spectrum podcast. We deep into personal experiences with autism, ADHD, and other co-occurring diagnoses. Steve & Nick share their journeys of diagnosis, parenting neurodiverse children, and the complexities of mental health diagnoses. We also explore the unique experiences of parenting neurodiverse children, emph...

Today Jean & Shannon discuss Jean’s recent move and the chaos that can ensue with families like ours during such a big transition. We also share some tips that helped with our moves!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Megan Champion, mother of three, and creator of Mothers Together is sharing her story and the ins and outs of what Mothers Together can do to help change your life. Megan opens up about her  family and their neurodivergence, her isolation and disconnection she felt from her friends, family and community. She bravely set out to find validation and connection with other moms and families like hers....