Autism for Badass Moms

In this episode, we sit down with Sabrina, and incredible autism mom of four children, each with unique needs ranging from high to low supports. Through her personal journey of overcoming obstacles and finding strength in the face of adversity, she shares her powerful insights on the transformative power of shifting perspectives.

Sabrina discusses her experience in starting a non-profit agency dedicated to supporting families affected by autism and the challenges they face. She delves into the importance of building a supportive community and the impact it can have on both caregivers and individuals with autism.

Connect with Sabrina:

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sabrinaleanne26/

-Facebook: No Limits Autism Group

-Website: https://allhandsinautismfoundation.com

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with an incredible woman who wears many hats - a mother of four, a military wife, and a fierce advocate for her children. Tiara shares her deeply personal journey opening up about the initial shock she experienced upon learning of her child's diagnoses.

Tiara candidly reveals how she began to blame herself. The weight of guilt and self-blame grew heavier. However, she was able to find a glimmer of hope and resilience within herself. By letting go of the blame game and embracing her reality with courage and grace, she was able to find peace and strength in the face of adversity.

Tune in to this episode to discover invaluable insights, heartfelt wisdom, and practical tips on how to stop the blame game and cultivate a mindset of compassion, understanding, and empowerment.

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-Instagram: www.instagram.com/tiara_deniseee/

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In today's episode, Meichico, a devoted mother of four from Palm Beach County, Florida, shares her journey of raising twins with autism and the challenges she faces. Meichico opens up about her experiences, emotions, and the daily hurdles.

She shares the support systems she relies on and discusses coping strategies that have helped her navigate the ups and downs of parenting.

Despite the challenges, Meichico shares moments of joy, growth, and resilience in her journey as an autism mom.

Connect with Meichico:

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackausometwinmama/

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In this episode of Autism for Badass Moms, host Rashidah welcomes Jan Stewart, mental health governance expert and advocate from Toronto, Canada. She is a highly regarded autism advocate, award-winning author and parent. Her best-selling memoir Hold on Tight: A Parent’s Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness is brutally honest and describes her emotional, non-stop roller coaster story parenting two children with multiple co-occurring conditions.

Together they discuss Jan's heartfelt journey with her two children, Andrew and Ainsley, who have multiple co-occurring conditions.

Jan shares her family's experiences. Her mission is to inspire and empower parents, caregivers and families to persevere, have hope, and know they are not alone. Jan chairs the Board of Directors at Kerry’s Place Autism Services, Canada’s largest autism services provider, and writes a monthly column on autism for Today’s Parent. She spent most of her career as a senior Partner with the global executive search firm Egon Zehnder.

Learn more and connect with Jan

-Website: https://janstewartauthor.com/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janstewartauthor/

Her memoir "Hold on Tight: A Parent’s Journey Raising Children with Mental Illness"

Available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Hold-Tight-Parents-Journey-Children/dp/1988025974/

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Join us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Dr. Divina Lopez, a renowned pediatrician and parent coach who shares her personal journey of raising a child with Autism and ADHD. Not only is she a respected medical professional, but she has also been featured in notable publications such as Telemundo, Forbes Health, Univision, BeLatina, The Every Mom, She Knows, and Latin Connection. To top it off, she was recognized as New Jersey's "favorite doc" in New Jersey Family Magazine.

In this candid conversation, Dr. Divina Lopez opens up about her struggles with negative thoughts and equips us with practical tools to conquer them.

Tune into this empowering episode and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.

Connect with Dr. Divina Lopez

-Website: https://www.drdivinalopez.com

-Instagram and TikTok: https://www.instagram.com/drdivinalopez/

-YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzbbGn3tVP0

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In this episode, Nikki, is a fierce advocate and mom of two boys, with her youngest son diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, and Epilepsy. Nikki shares her journey from the initial diagnosis through the challenges of managing her son's behaviors, the pivotal decision to enroll Roman in a residential school, and their ongoing path to creating inclusive spaces. Her story is a powerful testament to the strength and determination of mothers navigating the complexities of autism and the importance of community support, understanding, and proactive strategies for inclusivity.

Connect with Nikki

-Website: https://www.hgedesigns.com/the-artist

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hge_designs/

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In this empowering episode, Christina, a single stay-at-home mom of twins shares her journey from the initial diagnosis to becoming a steadfast advocate for her children. Christina reveals the challenges and triumphs of navigating autism. Through her personal story she demonstrates the resilience and strength it takes to adapt, seek support, and find joy in the journey. Christina's story highlights the importance of community, self-care, and advocacy, providing hope and encouragement for parents facing similar paths.

Connect with Christina

-Website: https://www.shineautism.org/

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shineautismspectrum/

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/queenchristinamarie?mibextid=LQQJ4d

-Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shineautism?_t=8jDvIsWNRXj&_r=1

-YouTube: https://youtube.com/@shineautismspectrum?feature=shared

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This episode features an empowering conversation with Tanyika Mayhew Butler, a steadfast advocate for

Recently retired from her school role, Tanyika now serves as the Lead Consultant at Kendall Autism Support & Consulting, LLC, guiding families, and schools to support exceptional kids on the autism spectrum. As an accomplished author, Tanyika has penned “A Krusade for Kendall, A Black Family’s Journey with Autism,” available

Connect with Tanyika

-Website: https://www.kendallasc.org

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autismsupportcoach/?hl=en

-Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tanyika/

Embrace your journey to autism understanding:

Krusade for Kendall: The Story of a Black Family’s Journey with Autism

Available at https://a.co/d/9lzlctj

Building Bridges: The Autism Support Workbook

Available at https://www.kendallasc.org/book-promo-lead-magnet

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In this episode, we sit down with Sakiesha, a mother of two beautiful children, and a dedicated autism mom who also works as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a hospital. Sakiesha shares her unique perspective on balancing the demands of her professional life with the challenges and joys of raising a child on the autism spectrum.

As a CNA, Sakiesha has seen firsthand the challenges faced by children with autism and other special needs. Sakiesha's experiences as an autism mom inform her work in behavioral health, fostering a deeper understanding and empathy for patients with diverse needs.

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Connect with Sakiesha

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supermomsofsuperheroes/

If you'd like to reach out to Sakiesha, follow her on Instagram for more insights and updates.

Thank you for listening, and we hope you find this episode as impactful as we did!

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