Lauren and Tara

Our First Rodeo

Kids EN ↓ 17 episodes

"Actually, this IS our first rodeo!" Meet Lauren and Tara, two autism moms who met on Instagram all because of their two amazing autistic sons. Struggling to find themselves again on this new parenting journey, they quickly realized that there's no manual; you just saddle up, lead with love and learn as you go! They're best friends, business owners and can't wait to chat everything autism, parenting, their passion projects and more. 

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Lauren and Tara

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Kids

Latest episode

Jan 23, 2026

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Episodes

Freeze Prep | Our Voices 23.01.2026

In this episode, Tara and Lauren discuss various topics ranging from weather preparations to community updates and therapeutic approaches for families with special needs. They also discuss the importance of community support, and the need for advocacy in social issues. Grab a cup of coffee, a heating pad, and join us. 😉  Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

ASMR + Christmas Chat 15.12.2025

ASMR and Christmas chats with Lauren and Tara.  Today's episode is sponsored by Aeroflow Urology . Aeroflow Urology believes that high-quality incontinence products should be accessible and affordable for all. With this belief in mind, they work to break down the barriers to convenient and reliable care by fighting for you so that you and your loved ones receive the highest-grade incontinence...

We're back, for real this time | GIVING TUESDAY 02.12.2025

Okay, so life happens. We had to take a little break because… well you know, family and mental health comes first!  But, we’re back (for now).   Join Lauren and Tara as they chat about life updates in this quick refresher episode. All things schedule shifts, schools, therapy, and medication. Leave a comment if you have something you’d like us to talk about on future episodes. SHOP THE GIVING TUESD...

A Message in the Mess 22.03.2025

Join Lauren and Tara as they chat about life updates and answer your questions from their Q+A Instagram stories. They discuss advocating out in public, when they started to feel more confident making decisions, Channings's Joy events, Peace Love Autism updates and more!  Today's episode is sponsored by Aeroflow Urology  . Aeroflow Urology believes that high-quality incontinence products...

Life Updates! Home Renovations + School 28.02.2025

Join Lauren and Tara as they talk about their current home renovations to help support their sensory seekers and SURPRISE, if you've been following for a while, Tara is talking about their next steps for school. Also, A Walk for Joy is happening soon! Lauren gives all the cool updates with the location, brewery kick off night and vendors + businesses that will be attending. You don't wan...

Medication Q+A 13.02.2025

Are you on medication? Are you curious about medication? Tara and Lauren discuss their own personal struggles with depression and anxiety and why medication was the right route for their own mental health and personal well-being. We also dive into a short discussion about medication for children on the autism spectrum and other holistic approaches to help our children thrive.   Grab a coffee and j...

Every Person Has a Story 28.01.2025

Today’s episode starts with a quick update from Lauren and Tara with a little bit of exciting news from Lauren. Then we dive straight into the hit podcast, The Telepathy Tapes, discussing a little bit of our own experience and thoughts on this #1 podcast.  As always, our discussions are meant to be informational only and do not constitute professional advice in any field. We are simply sharing our...

It's Been 84 Years 14.01.2025

Hey y'all! It's been a hot minute, cough 6 months, but Lauren and Tara are back with a lot to catch up on! Get your coffee, alani, wine, or whatever and listen to them yap about life updates.  Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

Not Our Horse, Not Our Rodeo 25.06.2024

The last episode of season one is here ! We hope you enjoyed chatting with Lauren and Tara the last couple of months, but don't worry, they will return in the fall! Hang out with them for a fun episode catching up with a recent autism moms' night out, lots of laughs and lots of brushing off the negativity that sometimes, you just need to vent about!    Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrod...

Meltdowns, Redirecting + Life Updates 19.06.2024

Happy Juneteenth!  They're a day late and had a few technical difficulties, but Lauren and Tara are back with episode 8.  Join them for a life update chat where Tara talks about a hard moment over the weekend which led into a discussion about redirecting, meltdowns and denied access.  If you notice a few delays in the sound, Lauren's internet decided it didn't want to work halfway t...

Siblings and Different Parenting Styles + Life Updates 11.06.2024

What! We’re already at episode 7?!  On today’s episode, we chat about life updates which lead into a discussion all about raising siblings of neurodivergent children as well as the struggles of parenting. Grab a coffee or your favorite drink and join us. Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

In Person Episode! Retreat, Merch and School Chat 04.06.2024

They're together in person for episode 7! Join Lauren and Tara as they chat all about the retreat they attended for PLA and CJ, share new merch details and  school deets. They discuss Channing's school, what Tara is looking for in a school setting for Robby and what the Channing's Joy Foundation is doing to help families with school scholarships.  Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrod...

All About: Peace Love Autism 28.05.2024

In today's episode, Lauren interviews Tara all about Peace Love Autism, the shop. She gets into the nitty gritty of how she started, the creative side of things, big wins and the hard stuff.  Grab a coffee and join them as they dive into PLA. to shop PLA, visit www.peaceloveautism.com Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

All About: The Channing's Joy Foundation 21.05.2024

In today's episode, Tara interviews Lauren all about the Channing's Joy Foundation f or autism awareness and inclusion . Join them as they deep dive into her why, how she started, exciting upcoming events, the hard stuff and what it takes to create a successful non profit. To donate, shop or apply for funds, please visit www.channingsjoy.com Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

Q+A with Lauren + Tara 14.05.2024

You asked, they answered! Lauren and Tara gathered up some questions from ya'll and answered as many as they could this round while talking ashwagandha, pop tarts and teeth.  Grab a coffee and/or the wheel and enjoy this latest episode! Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

Who We Were + Life Updates 07.05.2024

They're back with episode #2! In today's episode, Lauren + Tara start off with a few life updates then jump into the main topic of "Who We Were". They share more about who they were before beginning their autism journey, how things changed upon the diagnosis period, and how it shaped them (and will continue to positively shape them) into who they are today.  Grab a coffee or yo...

Our First Rodeo 30.04.2024

Welcome to the first episode of "Our First Rodeo"! In the kick-off episode, you'll get to know Lauren and Tara a little more, how they met and why they're excited to create a place for moms like them to check in, cry a little and laugh A LOT.  Send a text Instagram: @ourfirstrodeo_podcast

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