Moms Talk Autism Podcast

Moms talk.. Moms?! Whatttttt? That’s right. Today, we are talking about the moms. The idea and hope for this episode is that you’ll get to know each of us a little better. Yes, as moms to exceptional kids, but also as you know... regular humans. Think of this as a fun conversation with your girlfriends at the coffee shop! Let’s build community. Get to know one another a little better. Time to chat...

Our very own Natasha had the honor and privilege to attend this year’s Super Bowl as a volunteer for KultureCity! We talk about the who, what, why, and how it all came about as Tash talks about her amazing weekend in Phoenix.  The best part? Tash got to see and experience what KultureCity is all about firsthand. She was able to tour the Sensory Activation Vehicle (SAV), pass out Sensory Bags to ti...

We are thrilled to bring you our interview with Meg Raby, author of the children's book series, "My Brother Otto". Meg is autistic herself and discusses many relevant topics on the website "Scary Mommy".    You will feel inspired and walk away learning things you didn't know about, not just Otto, the beloved character in her childrens' literature series, but so much about Meg,...

Today's episode is all about our favorite non profit, KultureCity! We had the incredible privledge of sitting down with board member Renae Ingles to chat about her family’s autism journey for their son Jacob. That experience brought them to their advocacy and work with KultureCity. Renae tells us all about the influential and important work of this amazing organization and how all of us can be inv...

The doctor will see you now... If your child has an autism diagnosis, there's a good chance you are also seeing some medical or therapy specialists. Everyone has a different path and will respond to treatments in different ways. We hope you can gain some insight from our experiences with specialists to figure out your own therapy and medical plan.  Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalka...

Regression can happen in many different areas of our kids' lives: language, functional skills, physical abilities, academics, etc. Refusal can also manifest itself in many ways. Join us as we discuss these differences and share some of our own struggles in trying to distinguish between these two parenting challenges. Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautis...

It’s time for another grab bag episode baby! We’re answering your questions and diving deeper into what you want to know. Join us as we discuss relevant topics, share stories, and just spend some good old fashioned quality time together. Topics for this episode include birthday parties for our autistic children, mood swings/changes and their possible triggers, packing school lunches (no judgment h...

What did you wish your teacher knew?!?! I think that answer changes over time. It's static. And our experience and engagement with our educators can feel one or two-dimensional at most times.  I will tell you what helps, though; it's drawing out your care map. Who freakin’ knew?!?! If you don’t know what that is, Google it. There is not one website I recommend over another, but knowing how to make...

Discussing a new year ahead of us: new goals, new experiences, and more time together with YOU! 2023 is filled with possibilities, let's talk about. Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalkautism.com     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o...

It's here, the 2022 Year in Review! We have a year much like many of you, filled with ups and downs and everything in between. Thank you for letting us be a small part of your lives. Enjoy our last episode of this year and we'll see you in 2023! Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalkaut...

Join us as we chat with one of our favorite returning guests, IEP Coach Lisa Baskin Wright! We love to pick Lisa's brain with all of our (and your) special education and IEP questions. Lisa is a fountain of knowledge and experience. Dive in and don't forget to contact her directly if you have further questions or thoughts.  Lisa mentions two of her favorite speech therapy Instagram accounts on thi...

As parents to autistic children, we only want what is best for our kids. Making decisions on what therapy, diets, or supplements to give them can quickly become confusing. There are so many people, companies, and professionals with differing ideas. How do we decide what information is helpful and what  can be potentially harmful?  We will share a little insight on what to keep in mind when doing y...

Join us today as we discuss marriage and parenting kids with diverse needs. We talk about our own experiences and stories, but also marriage in general and how autism can affect a relationship in postive, and sometimes, negative ways.  Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalkautism.com  ...

The Tash and Brittney episode is here! This week is all about FAITH and the blessing of believing. We are Christians and speak of our own experiences, perspectives, and faith. We would never presume or try to speak for any other faiths or churches, but know that we think this topic, and our approach, can be applied to any belief system, Christian or not. This is about believing in a higher power,...

Topics and questions discussed in today's episdoe: Working outside of the home Finding friends and community support Regression/breaks from therapy Bonus: potty training and who's the best cleaner/stain remover in the group. Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalkautism.com         Hoste...

That first responder family life, though... you know? And if you don’t, we'll talk all about it today. What does life look like when you layer first responder life with special needs parenting? Tash and Shannon talk about it from their personal experiences. Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash...

In today's episode we'll talk all about those extra diagnoses that our kids have in addition to autism. We have different experiences: some receiving other diagnoses before or after the autism diagnosis. For others, it was all at the same time. Either way, it can be a lot to take in. We will share what those diagnoses are, how they present for our kids, and the specialists and/or medications we us...

Come join in the conversation as we discuss separation anxiety and autism. Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalkautism.com     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do the holidays bring you feelings of happiness and joy OR is it a time of stress and anxiety? Maybe a combination of both? For our kids, there are added layers of sensory awareness and accommodations that need to be considered, prepared for, and executed.  If the upcoming hoildays fill you with dread, specifically because of these extra layers that are added to our plate, this is the episode for...

Today, we answered a few of the behavior-related questions you've been asking about. Here’s a breakdown of the chat: How do you handle self-harming behaviors? What obsessive behaviors do you experience with your kiddos? Any advice on how to handle certain sensory behaviors? How do you talk to siblings about behaviors? Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkauti...

Tricks, treats, and an honest conversation about Halloween and all the extra variables to consider during this holiday with our neurodivergent kids. Let us know what you think and if you have anything to add to our chat. We'd love to hear from you! Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com brittney@momstalkautism.com jean@momstalkautism.com shannon@momstalkautism.com tash@momstalk...

Tash and Jean talk all things ADHD with our special guest this week, Beth Gardner. Beth was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 13. She is now raising her son with the same diagnosis and strives to help other families with similiar situations and challenges. In 2019, Beth started an online support group, "Driven to Connection". We are so thrilled to learn and talk with Beth and we hope you enjoy it...

Join us as Brittney talks with her friend Tami, a mom of six, living in California. Tami and her husband care for their adult autistic son, Jaron. We talk about Jaron’s initial diagnosis, growing up, and what it’s like to care for him now. There are programs available for autistic adults (although not as many as we would like), listen and find out how you can find programs in your area. We also to...

Answering YOUR questions again! One of our FAV things to do! Here is what we talked about today! How do we handle tantrums/meltdowns? How do we differentiate them? (2:10) Physical strength. Worrying about our kids being too fast or too strong. (21:40) How do you deal with the real (or imagined) judgment when your kids have meltdowns in public? (31:50) How do you manage public restrooms with our ki...

What can we do as parents to help plan for the future of our children? Just like everything else in life, there are additional layers and concerns when it comes to future planning for our children with special needs. What kind of legal options are available to me? What should I do to ensure the well-being of my child? Jeff Stephens is a lawyer in Northern California who focuses on tax and estate p...