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A first-hand account of parenting severe autism, this podcast is hosted by a parent, NOT a medical professional. This podcast aims to give superhero parents of special-needs kids with severe autism a community, an outlet - a voice. Your host, Shannon Chamberlin, wants to help you cope with the unbelievable pressure that comes with this job. Shannon will be talking about all things severe autism, raising these kids from early childhood into adulthood and beyond.
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Send us a textEver wondered how a simple water balloon fight could turn into an unforgettable lesson on resilience and understanding? Join me in this heartwarming episode of the Parenting Severe Autism podcast where I share some of our family's most cherished memories, like Jacob's adventurous spirit during our quirky door-knocking sales days, his creative costume designs, and the pride we all felt when he caught his first fish. These stories not only entertain but also shed light on the uniq...
Send us a textWhat happens when a phone conversation turns into an emotional storm? Join us as we navigate the unpredictable waters of raising a child with severe autism, sharing stories of heartache and hope, laughter and lessons. You'll hear about the time our son overheard a phone call that led to an explosive meltdown, revealing the depths of his feelings of exclusion. We also unravel the curious case where a sudden scare surprisingly soothes him, and explore the evolving role of cannabis...
Send us a textAfter an unplanned hiatus, I'm back with the Parenting Severe Autism Podcast to share insights and gratitude with you all. I've got exciting news to kick things off: our podcast has caught the attention of some key players who could really make a difference for families like ours. But life's never straightforward, is it? I also dive into a rather unexpected proposal from a podcast platform manager that stirred up some mixed emotions, opening up conversation about navigating the ...
Send us a textAs the sun sets on another April, we welcome a time of acceptance that extends far beyond a single month. Imagine shifting this conversation to the heart of summer, when the world is in full bloom, or perhaps as we turn the page to a new school year—moments ripe for the seeds of awareness to take root. Today, I'm going to share a lunar eclipse story, one that unveils the unexpected beauty and chaos of parenting a child with severe autism. It's a tale that might sound familiar to...
Send us a textEvery year as I prepare for the daunting task of legal guardianship reporting, I'm reminded of the unique and enduring challenges that come with raising my son, Jacob, who lives with severe autism. This episode peels back the layers of our daily life, from bureaucratic headaches like insurance verifications and PUNS list updates to the heartache of realizing the unchanging nature of Jacob's condition. I offer a raw look into the emotional landscape of a family navigating the com...
Send us a textWelcome, friends, to another episode where we unmask severe autism, one layer at a time. What do you do when your child develops a new tick - like trying to talk with his mouth closed? Well, that's the recent challenge we've been facing with our son. Aside from the obvious communication difficulties this poses, it's also just one of many OCD tendencies he exhibits - tendencies that the medical field often dismisses as mere byproducts of autism. But we're not letting that deter u...
Send us a textAre you ready to be part of a journey that is filled with family turmoil, vacation disaster, and the harsh reality of parenting a child with severe autism? This is a candid recount of our recent family vacation that transformed from a much-needed break into an exhausting ordeal that tested our patience and resilience. We grappled with the disappointing behavior of a family member whose unpreparedness and lack of support turned our exciting getaway into a nightmare. We had to dea...
Send us a textNavigating the healthcare system for a child with severe autism and learning disabilities is no easy task. Join me, Shannon Chamberlin, as I relay my journey of finding appropriate care for my son, battling with insurance and medical coding, and dealing with the lack of attention given to his condition. This episode is filled with real stories, frustrations, and revelations from my own experience.Ever grappled with a dental visit gone awry? Or discovered a new behavioral disorde...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism podcast host and mom Shannon Chamberlin celebrates 1 year of podcasting with a full list of all the things her son is good at, along with short stories or descriptions illustrating these abilities. Shannon and her husband encourage all special needs parents to recognize the talents their children have, and to recognize that as special needs parents, everyone does their best but they're not going to be perfect or know everything. They are also encouraging ...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom and podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares how she and her spouse struggle to strike a balance between taking care of their own adult needs while also taking care of their adult son's needs. Shannon feels that there has been some sort of shift in her mindset that may be making it more difficult to fulfill the caregiving role as of late. Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares her most recent attempt at keeping her son happy while home alone with him. Shannon describes what it takes, how much she can take, and what happens if it doesn't work out correctly. Near the end of this episode, Shannon is asking for some feedback about a possible upcoming episode, relying on listeners to make the decision.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzspr...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism podcast mom & host Shannon Chamberlin shares how one timeless boundary had to be broken for safety over sanity, as well as a new communication behavior developed by her son.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/ & use Promo Code EARLYBIRD for 10% off your order for a limited time. New products are being added daily.ht...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom and podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares some personal feelings and family stories about the need for boundaries and rules in their household, along with examples of how these things only work with consistency in enforcing them. Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/ & use Promo Code EARLYBIRD for 10% off your...
1Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom and podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares several examples of how her son lacks comprehension of most things, the daily struggles they face as a family, and some of the exercises they do as a family in hopes of increasing her son's level of comprehension.We've been having some technical issues with transcripts, and as soon as these issues are resolved, all missing transcripts will be posted.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporter...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares stories from last week's in-your-face experiences and subsequent exhaustion, along with another breakthrough for her son.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/ & use Promo Code EARLYBIRD for 10% off your order for a limited time. New products are being added daily.https://w...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares stories illustrating how her son doesn't seem to fit any mold or profile familiar to professionals in autism. Subjects include autonomy, speech, technology, sign language, comprehension, memory, pharmaceuticals, sertraline/Zoloft, Risperidone, elopement, and routines.Shannon's son bursts into the conversation briefly.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzspro...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin discusses several occasions where she believes her son was treated as "less than," along with how she tries to help her son recognize a bad situation. In this episode, Shannon expresses concerns about others behaving selfishly and the possible adverse effects these behaviors can have on her son, suffering from severe autism.Wilbarger Therapy Therapressure BrushesWilbarger Therapy Brush, 2 Pack – Therapressure Brus...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin shares her family's most recent stressful events, including her son's surgery, recovery, holidays & family.Support the showhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.comGet Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/ & use Promo Code EARLYBIRD for 10% off your order for a limited time. New products are being added daily.https://www.facebook.com/p...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin talks with Speech Language Pathologist Lenora Edwards. Lenora Edwards is the Chief Knowledge Officer of Better Speech, an online speech therapy provider.Lenora has invited listeners to "ask anything" about speech and severe autism. Shannon has put together a list of questions derived from her own curiosity and other parents in the severe autism world.Subjects include Apraxia, External Communication, Mixed Ex...
Send us a textParenting Severe Autism mom & podcast host Shannon Chamberlin talks with Speech Language Pathologist Lenora Edwards. Lenora Edwards is the Chief Knowledge Officer of Better Speech, an online speech therapy provider.Lenora has invited listeners to "ask anything" about speech and severe autism. Shannon has put together a list of questions derived from her own curiosity and other parents in the severe autism world.Subjects include sign language, assistive technology, expressive...
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