Moms Talk Autism Podcast

Just When You Thought Things Couldn’t Get Harder

This week, Brittney shares a family update: one son is finding his independence, while another’s cancer diagnosis has brought a whole new set of decisions and emotions.

Re-Launch: The Marathon Doesn’t End at 18

Twenty-five years ago, Daniella Mini moved to the United States with her young family searching for answers and support for her son, Diego. Now Diego is an adult, and Da

Invasive Questions: No Guests, No Boundaries

This week, there’s no guest and apparently no boundaries either. We’re asking each other the invasive questions—from bad habits we’d absolutely do again and things we h

Mildly Crushing It with Sadie & Morgan

This week, we’re joined by Morgan and Sadie from the Mildly Crushing It podcast! We talk about the kids behind the diagnoses, finding your people, and the mix of joy and

Autism vs. FASD: Two Dads on Overlap, Differences, and Dual Diagnosis

This week, we’re hearing from the dads! Shannon and Tash sit down with Joel Sheagren and Carl Young for an honest conversation about fatherhood, fetal alcohol spectrum di

Navigating Adoption and Autism: Andrea Moriarty's Journey

In this episode, Andrea Moriarty shares her inspiring journey as a mother of twins, one of whom has autism, and how she navigated the challenges of early diagnosis, thera

Moms Talk: Growth Is Beautiful and Also Rude

Back-to-school season is here, and apparently none of us are allowed to ease gently into a new chapter. In this episode, we’re catching up on all the transitions happenin

Before You Call It Behavior: Whole-Body Apraxia w/ Erin Clarelli

Erin Clarelli is back for round two! Erin is an occupational therapist specializing in whole-body apraxia, and this conversation had us looking at behavior—and ourselves—

Moms Talk : State of the Summer Address

This week, we’re all over the place—in the best way. Shannon is trying to figure out where behavior ends and anxiety begins, Tash is getting ready for her big England adv

Mastering Vacation Planning for Neurodivergent Families w/ Bonnie Nofsinger

In this episode, Bonnie Nofsinger shares expert insights on planning and executing vacations for families with neurodivergent members. We discuss challenges, strategies,

Moms Talk Moms: Summer Q's

In this lighthearted episode, we’re talking all things summer—favorite foods, travel plans, bucket-list adventures, beach days, concerts, festivals, and the vacations we

Building Connections: The Heart of Disability Advocacy w/ Kendra Davenport of Easter Seals

In this episode, Jean and Tash sit down with Kendra Davenport, President and CEO of Easterseals, to talk about the work the organization is doing to support individuals w

Answering Your Qs : Jealousy

In this episode, Shannon and Brittney talk about one of those feelings no one really wants to admit out loud: jealousy. After reading a listener email about feeling jeal

When Behavior Is Communication: Understanding Apraxia, Motor Planning, and Connection w/ Erin Clarelli

 In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Clarelli, a neurodiversity-affirming occupational therapist, to rethink the way we understand behavior, communication, and motor ch

Answering Your Questions About Friendship & Therapy

In this episode of Moms Talk Autism, we’re talking about the kind of friendship that can make a hard day feel a little less impossible. After receiving a listener email f

The Power of Self-Regulation in Parenting w/ Sara Intonato

Today Brittney and Tash welcome Sara Intonato, a passionate advocate for autism awareness and a mother of two. Sara shares her unique parenting journey, focusing on her e

Moms Talk: Autism Parenting - Picky Eaters, Sensory Quirks & Pure Chaos

No interviews. No heavy topics. Just moms sharing the funny, chaotic, and surprisingly relatable moments that come with raising autistic kids. From food battles to sensor

Navigating the Autism Journey: A Community Perspective with Julie Hillyard

This week, Tash is joined by special needs mom and advocate Julie Hillyard for a heartfelt conversation about parenting, perspective, and finding joy in the hard. Julie s

Moms Talk: Identifying the Victim Mentality

Have you ever felt stuck asking "Why us?" In this episode, we're having an honest conversation about victim mentality, acceptance, and the mindset shifts that have helped

Navigating Autism: Insights from a Neuropsychologist

Understanding autism isn't a one-size-fits-all journey. While many are exploring the spectrum, it's crucial to recognize that every child is unique. Rebecca Fontanetta, a