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Beyond Words: Redefining Communication in Neurodivergent Families


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Did you know up to 40% of autistic children are non-speaking—yet they have so much to say? What if communication wasn’t about words but about connection? In a world built around verbal communication, how do we truly hear and understand our neurodivergent kids?


In this heartwarming and practical conversation, Greer sits down with Charlotte, a mom raising two non-speaking boys, to unpack what real communication looks like in a neurodivergent family. Charlotte shares her lived wisdom, challenges, and the beauty she’s discovered in connecting with her children beyond spoken language.

During this episode, you’ll hear about:

  • The many ways non-verbal children communicate

  • How to create a communication-rich environment at home

  • The emotional journey of parenting non-speaking children

  • Practical tools for yes/no questions, pointing, and AAC devices

    Why connection is at the heart of communication

    • TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE

      - Communication isn’t just words—it’s eye contact, gestures, pointing, and shared moments of connection.

      -Using AAC devices, yes/no boards, and intuitive connection can open pathways to understanding your child’s needs.
      -It’s okay if your family’s communication looks different from others.
      -Charlotte’s journey will encourage you to slow down, observe, and celebrate the small moments that are actually big wins.
      -You’ll leave this episode with fresh hope and practical ideas to support your neurodivergent child’s communication journey—without pressure to “fix” them.
      -You are not alone in navigating the beauty and challenges of parenting non-verbal or minimally verbal children.


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