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Moms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent31 | 5 Steps For A Calmer Back-To-School + Tips For Sensory, Autistic, ADHD Kids & TeensWhen it comes to going back to school, there are so many moving pieces—you honestly deserve an award for all the effort it takes to prepare your kids! Because back to school can be overwhelming for your neurodiverse kids. You want your kids to have a good start, especially if previous years didn’t go as smoothly as you’d hoped.
In this episode, I’m sharing practical tips and the steps I've used to help the whole family get ready for the school year ahead. And for my fellow homeschooling mamas, I have a few special...2025-07-2324 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent30 | Three Unseen Consequences When You Overfunction For Your Autistic / ADHD Family And Two SolutionsYou know you're spreading yourself thin, burning the candle at both ends trying to meet all the demands. You can feel the personal cost: lack of sleep, health issues, and an inability to rest. What if your overfunctioning is also negatively impacting your family? This may be the message you need to allow yourself to slow down and make the changes you've been secretly contemplating.
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Self-Care Morning Routine Apple Spotify Audible/Amazon Music
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The Other Half of Church by Dr. Jim Wilder
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Loved Thi...2025-06-2527 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent26 | Is Your Health Starting to Fail? What You Can Do: PLANNING SERIESAs a mom in a neurodiverse family, I've often felt the weight of my own health slowly slipping away. The complexities and challenges we face can make it seem impossible to prioritize our well-being. I want you to know that you're not alone in this struggle. By sharing my own experiences, I hope to inspire and support you on your journey to reclaiming your health and finding balance in the midst of it all.
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100 Days of Real Food She also has great budget ideas!
...2025-06-1826 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent25 | Feeling Mental Mayhem? Have Less Mental Chaos and More Calm In Your Neurodiverse Family: PLANNING SERIESDoes your mind ever feel like your thoughts are running wild, and you’re exhausted from trying to herd them into some semblance of order? Or do you find yourself triggered by someone’s actions, and suddenly your mind comes to a standstill? I’ll be sharing how a simple weekly planning practice brought less chaos and more calm and build resilience along the way.
One of my FAV free resource for my mind: The Pause App from @wildatheartministries
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For years, I believed that if I tried harder, stayed up later, and created the perfect environment for my family, the challenges of autism would lessen. However, when I shifted my perspective, I began to see meaningful changes in my life—and eventually, in our entire family. If you find yourself feeling trapped in a no-win situation, this Planning Series is designed for you. You are not in this alone friend.
...2025-06-0418 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent23 | No Balance in your Neurodiverse Family? Try This. : PLANNING SERIESFor years, I believed that if I tried harder, stayed up later, and created the perfect environment for my family, the challenges of autism would lessen. However, when I shifted my perspective, I began to see meaningful changes in my life—and eventually, in our entire family. If you find yourself feeling trapped in a no-win situation, this Planning Series is designed for you. You are not in this alone friend.
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...2025-04-2315 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent17 | Sensory Overload at Loud Events? My Long-Term Plan For Our Neurodiverse FamilyWhether it’s church, parties at friends’ houses, or school concerts, these loud, overwhelming events are a part of life. I want to prepare them to navigate these situations on their own, so they can attend and know how to handle the challenge.
For my kids, it often felt like the environment was attacking them, so I knew we needed to take it slow and give them time to process.
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Start Small: The expectation was that we’d go inside the church. But we took it slow.
Noise-Ca...2025-04-1628 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent16 | Feeling the Pressure? How Your Emotional Regulation Can Strengthen Your Neurodiverse FamilyIn this episode of the Moms in Neurodiverse Families Podcast, I’m diving into a topic that hits home for many of us: feeling the pressure of family life bring out the worst in us. As a wife and mom navigating the unique challenges of a neurodiverse family, I know how overwhelming it can be when emotions run high and boundaries feel blurred. I share my personal tips with emotional regulation and how it has transformed my ability to connect with my loved ones.
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Dr. Mar...2025-04-0926 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent15 | Have A Boundary Pusher In Your Life? A Plan To Kickstart Your BoundariesIn this episode, I discuss the vital steps I took to begin establishing healthy boundaries—which allows you and I to carry out self-care, especially in a neurodiverse family. I offer practical advice on spotting where boundaries in your life need strengthening and invite you to reflect, plan, and seek support when needed. Join me as I explore plans to work with the “boundary pusher” in your life and take that heartfelt, essential step toward a healthier you.
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If you are enjoying this episode and want more encouragement like this, ma...2025-04-0221 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent14 | My #1 Tip To Recognize When Your Boundaries Are Being Crossed In A Neurodiverse FamilyHi friends, in this episode I get real about the challenge of setting boundaries in our neurodiverse family—especially when the demands of being a wife and mom seem overwhelming. I discuss my personal journey from a time when boundaries weren't even on my radar, to realizing that without them, I end up exhausted, frustrated, and even sick. Join me as I explore practical strategies to fine-tune your “boundary radar” and reclaim some necessary self-care time.
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If you are enjoying this episode and want mor...2025-03-2621 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent13 | A Self Care Solution Benefiting You And Your Neurodiverse FamilyUsually, self-care is thought of as something only for yourself, but what if you could adopt a self-care routine that also benefits your neurodiverse husband and kids? I have a simple yet foundational solution that I began implementing in our home during a challenging time. This solution can help anyone with autism, ADHD, OCD, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life.
Dr. Stephanie Holmes' Group Study on the book, Building Bounce: How to Grow Emotional Resilience, By Dr. Marcus Warner and Stefanie Hinman
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...2025-03-1930 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent12 | Struggling With Chronic Illness Or Fatigue As You Care For Your Neurodiverse Family? How This Simple Solution Helped My Self-Care.Do you deal with chronic pain, an autoimmune disease, or extreme fatigue on a daily basis? Many women in neurodiverse families experience these challenges. Join me as I share a simple solution that helped me find direction in managing my own chronic health challenges and self-care.
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And have you invested in your parasympathetic nervous system lately? If not, check out the tips I share to help your body maintain a more restful state instead of remaining constantly stressed. You can find moments for self care even while caring for your neurodiverse family.
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C...2025-03-0519 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent10 | Stressful Mornings? 3 Tips to Create A Realistic Self-Care Morning RoutineIn this episode, I dive into the importance of a well-crafted morning routine and how it can set the tone for the rest of your day. I share practical tips that have helped me establish a morning routine that works for me and my family. From dealing with the challenges of a neurodiverse family to finding moments of peace and preparation, I discuss how small changes can make a big difference.
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Hey friends, I will be sharing from my personal experience and since I am not a lic...2025-02-0522 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent6 | A Pivotal Realization: Finding Myself in Our Family's Neurodiverse JourneyHave you ever paused to reflect on how your life has changed since entering a neurodiverse marriage or becoming a parent to an autistic child? Are you sometimes surprised, or even a little scared, by the person you've become? While it's tempting to avoid these deep reflections, doing so only holds us back from growth and understanding.
Join me as I open up about my personal journey and share a profound realization I've had during some challenging moments.
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2025-01-2235 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent4 | One HUGE Mistake I Made After Receiving My Kids Autism DiagnosisIn this episode, I open up about a pivotal moment in my parenting journey—my action plan after receiving our kids' autism diagnosis. It was a whirlwind of emotions, and in my eagerness to provide the best support, I made one significant mistake that many women can relate to.
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Hey friends, I will be sharing from my personal experience and since I am not a licensed therapist these episodes should not be considered therapeutic advice. But if m...2025-01-1522 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent3 | First Thing To Do When Your Family Gets the Autism DiagnosisToday I share insights from the camping trip to propelled us to seek answer, the process of receiving a diagnosis, roadblocks along the way and lessons learned from my mistakes.
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2025-01-0836 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent2 | Three Really Difficult Things That Happened Early In Our Neurodiverse RelationshipI continue the story of the earlier years of my marriage and being a new mom as life increasingly became confusing and difficult. Plus the classic story of toothpaste volcano.
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Ad...2025-01-0726 minMoms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, NeurodivergentBeginning The Journey To Meet Your NeedsAre you in a relationship with someone who is neurodiverse, such as your spouse? Or have kids who are autistic? Have you applied conventional Christian marriage advice which created problems instead of solving? Do you feel like a chameleon, no longer knowing who you are or your dreams? Are you continually giving and at a point of exhaustion and burn out? Is it too painful to continue living the same way but you can’t imagine how to move forward?
I share realistic and biblical solutions to heal and grow while in a neurodiverse relationship based on my...2025-01-0401 min