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, and why open conversations about neurodiversity at home matter so much. Allison’s honesty, humor, and hard-earned wisdom will leave you feeling seen, supported, and maybe even a little less alone in your own parenting journey.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been walking this path for a while, this is one of those episodes that reminds you—we’re all in this together.

You can find Allison here:

www.instagram.com/theincrementalshift 

www.theincrementalshift.com

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 always get it right (understatement of the year), but we’re learning to give ourselves—and our kids—plenty of grace. Tune in as we laugh, vent, and figure it out together.

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 hers.

This episode dives into the challenges neurodivergent individuals face in schools and workplaces, the importance of empathy and understanding in parenting, and how parents can collaborate with professionals to create a more inclusive world. If you're parenting on the path of neurodiversity, you are not alone—and this episode is for you. 💛

More about how to find Tiffany

Website: https://guidingbrightminds.com 

Instagram: @Guidingbrightmind 

Facebook & Linkedin: @Guidingbrightminds https://drive.google.com/open?id=1rmT2Nyzpgc3IudjWlO2cLskAnRGg9EKW https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mzZD8sfDH-gmjcn-RWvQEvN98a9zfJCU

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

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:

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 success, give them the tools to understand the world around them, and, most importantly, empower themselves. 

Instagram- @neuropsychmoms

Different Thinkers: Autism- our favorite book to talk to your kids about autism

Different Thinkers: ADHD

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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.

Whether you’re deep in IEPs or just trying to survive the day, this episode offers real talk, support, and a few lightbulb moments.

You can find Eloise here:

www.livewyrelearning.com

https://www.instagram.com/theautismcommunicationcoach/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/eloise-zareian-520ab783/ https://www.facebook.com/livewyrelearning

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 [email protected]

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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 has shaped the work she does today: a life coach and community leader for other special needs moms. She also has an amazing podcast (we’ve been guests on there!) Go check it out and send us your feedback on how her story has touched your life.

Kara’s Website

Kara’s Instagram

Kara’s Podcast

We Are Brave Together

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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, success stories from his practice, and the challenges faced in gaining broader acceptance within the medical community.

As a podcast rooted in lived experience and intentional advocacy, we know conversations about evolving science—especially around topics like maternal health, inflammation, and treatment—can be layered and sensitive. These themes have long histories and complex impacts within the autism community.

Our goal is not to take a stance on specific approaches, but to hold space for curiosity and care. We remain grounded in the values that guide every episode:

This episode may spark reflection, dialogue, or questions—and that’s something we welcome.

In solidarity ❤️