In today's episode, we explore the thoughtful discussion sparked by Hugh Van Cuylenburg's viral and emotional open letter about parenting his autistic child, and the mixed reactions across the country.

Dr Siobhan Lamb joins us with a valuable perspective. She is autistic, works as a Neurodevelopmental Educator, and is a parent to autistic children. She has been the parent, the teacher and the child. With warmth and insight, she helps bridge the gap between parents who felt seen by Hugh's message, and the adult autistic community who expressed concerns - and how we can move forward together.

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Thank you to Dr Siobhan Lamb, from Developmental Paediatrics

 Mamamia article 'What everyone's missing in the Hugh Van Cuylenburg story, as an autistic mum to autistic kids.'  

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Hosts: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd

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