Unstoppable: Unlocking an Autism Moms Superpower

Thriving Moms of Autistics

Hi Moms! Every mom has a superpower! Actually, they have more than one. Do you know yours? Once you identify your superpower strengths and grow them, you are unstoppable.

In this episode, I dive deeper into the strength of perseverance and how it can be used to thrive in your autism journey.

Find the full transcript for this episode at www.thrivingmomsofautistics.com/63

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Bracing for Challenges as Moms of Autistics

Everyday holds challenges from sensory overload to appointment after appointment to endless advocacy, we rise above it all. Our love for our child fuels our perseverance.

When my son was 2, he wasn’t speaking. We took him to an ENT, who offered to put tubes in his ears but also shared concerns that there might be more going on.

Soon after he was diagnosed with autism and apraxia of speech. When I was in the hospital waiting for his birth, I recall imagining what it would be like to have conversations with him. I wondered what his personality would be like.

It was hard hearing that I might never hear his voice. In fact, it took a few more years for him to start talking. It was a very long wait. Some children remain non-verbal.

Throughout the first 5 years, we experienced many challenges associated with his speech. He started out with a home therapist for a couple of years and transitioned to a speech therapist at his ABA.

When someone tells me I can’t do something, I often respond with a “watch me!” My son is no different. I knew if he remained non-verbal, it would be okay. We would find alternatives for communication.

It took hours of therapy. We implemented a communication device to assist him. It took longer for him to talk because of the apraxia, but he eventually achieved his goal.

My goal was to support him in the process, cheer him on along the way, and welcome any changes made possible. We knew it would be hard, would take time, but kept chugging along.

Sound familiar? I would love to hear your stories of perseverance in your autism journey. Feel free to share on any Thriving Moms of Autistics social media platform. I love to celebrate my fellow moms!

On Wednesday, February 7th from 11am-12pm EST, I will host a free virtual coffee chat for moms of autistics. The theme for this month is Muffins and Meltdowns. You can find the zoom link to join on our social media page or in the transcript for this episode. It is a great opportunity for moms to share their meltdown challenges and what works for them. It is all about supporting one another.

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How Autism Moms Can Recharge Their Perseverance Engines
There are pitstops along the way in our journey. So, how do you fill up your tank?

All moms are different and have different strengths. Perseverance might not be one of your higher-level strengths. It is important to identify your strengths.

I help moms identify their strengths and strategize ways to best use them in my 4-month VIP program. Check it out at www.thrivingmomsofautistics.com under “Work with Christina” to learn more.

Persevering and overcoming challenges can be hard. I’m going to share one of my mom hacks for achieving this and filling up your empty tank.

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