Parenting Severe Autism
Shannon Chamberlin
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Parenting Severe Autism is a raw, unfiltered podcast for parents and caregivers raising children with Severe Autism. Hosted by Shannon Chamberlin - a parent, not a professional - this show is your emotional lifeline, real-talk resource, and reminder that you're not alone.
From early childhood to adulthood and beyond, Shannon shares honest stories, painful truths, small victories, and survival strategies for the families the world forgets.
Whether you're in crisis mode or just need someone who gets it, this is your space.
No fluff. No sugarcoating. Just truth, hope, and community.
Severe Autism and special needs considerations. This type of autism parenting is lifelong... it becomes adult autism parenting.
Seek caregiver support when possible.
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EP.78 When Calm Snaps Into Chaos
Send a textWe share a brutal garage meltdown from our Summer of Hell and the ripple effects that followed, then end with small, human moments that reminded us why we keep going. Fear, responsibility,…
EP. 77: Our Son, The Welcome Mat, And The Pants Problem Severe Autism
Send a textWe open our hearts about caregiver fatigue, broken trust, and the sharp edges of life with severe autism while weighing practical options like group homes and community respite. Along the…
EP 76: Private Needs, Public Stress, And The Cost Of Sleepless Caregiving
Send a textSleepless nights, decoding a taboo topic with compassion and clarity...Safety, dignity, and small wins guide the way while we keep reaching for calmer mornings and better tools.• naming…
EP 75: Morning Reset, Calmer Days, Regulating A Dysregulated Home
Send a textWe share how escalating anxiety pushed our family to the edge, and how a simple morning reset brought peace back. Clear boundaries, a 20-minute quiet window, shifting behavior and energy…
EP.74: What Soundtrack Does Your Severe Autism Child Live To?
Send a textWe pause the summer saga to share what’s been blocking us: relentless environmental triggers, family drop‑ins, and a birthday derailed by overstimulation. We draw a hard line on media,…
EP 73: From Chaos To Connection: Parenting Severe Autism Without Sleep, Space, Or Support
Send a textWe trace a season of sleepless nights, stomping floors, and bathroom chaos into two quiet breakthroughs: independent handwashing and a shared Soup Dance that reveals connection inside…
EP 72: Bathroom Battles And A Glimmer Of Hope
Send a textWe share a hard summer of bathroom destruction, broken trust with family, and a support group that didn’t get it, then find relief in small wins: a playful de‑escalation, emerging words,…
EP.71: He Destroyed Things Because He Was Hurting Emotionally
Send a textWe draw a hard line on boundaries after a “fun” day out breaks our son’s diet, a chaotic family visit disrupts routine, and grief surfaces through targeted destruction. We also name…
EP 70: It's Only Applesauce - Severe Autism Therapy Backfires
Send a textA candid mention about staying when others say to leave, and how structure, safety, and short, clear language can turn daily chaos into small wins. From wall padding to therapy brushes to…
What if compassion—not credentials—keeps our severe autism kids safest?
Send a textWe share a raw stretch of our severe autism journey: the camp that finally said yes, why patient volunteers sometimes trump credentials, and what it costs to hold your home together when…
When Home Hurts: Moving, Meltdowns, and the Search for Care
Send a textWe face the change in the story since moving back to Illinois: the first sign of aggression that changed everything between us. We also share GeneSite results, ask about Leucovorin, weigh…
The Fight for Inclusion in a World of Exclusion Severe Autism
Send a textMoving to Illinois with our severely autistic son brought unexpected challenges, including his increasingly violent behavior and our struggle to find appropriate medical and community…
Navigating Severe Autism: Our Family's Difficult Relocation
Send a textShannon shares the challenging journey of relocating from Wisconsin to Illinois with her severely autistic son, highlighting the unexpected difficulties they faced and the small victories…
EP. 64 When Teachers Don't Listen: A Parent's Struggle for Understanding Severe Autism
Send a textShannon continues sharing emails between herself and her son Jacob's teachers in Wisconsin, revealing the challenges of advocating for a child with severe autism in the school system.•…
Your Child Is Not a Zoo Animal: Fighting for Dignity in Special Education
Send a textI share our experience with the public school system when Jacob returned after a previous traumatic incident, revealing the challenges, frustrations, and occasional victories during this…
When Schools Fail: Navigating Autism Education and Therapy
Send a textShannon shares the experience of returning her son to school after he was abused, revealing the challenges of finding appropriate accommodations and fighting the system at every turn.•…
When They Function Better Without You: The Parental Paradox
Send a textSevere autism presents unique challenges during summer months, particularly increased elopement risk and the need for constant vigilance. • Summer heat and reduced structure may trigger…
My Son Deserves Joy Too: Fighting for Inclusion in a World That Says No To Severe Autism
Send a textShannon shares a pivotal moment when she realized her son's autism was considered "severe" after he was excluded from a Disney on Ice event that his autism therapy group organized without…
Healing From Within: How Self-Care Transforms Caregiving
Send a textEDIT: I NO LONGER SUPPORT, ENDORSE, OR RECOMMEND THIS PROGRAM DUE TO FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY INVOLVING MY MEMBERSHIP.This one's about us. The caregivers. Not the children.After watching my…
EP. 58 The Exorcist in Room Two: Our Journey Through Severe Autism's Nighttime Challenges
Send a textShannon shares her experience stepping back from caregiving duties to focus on her mental health after 18 years of continuous care for her son with severe autism.• Taking a temporary break…
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Parenting Severe Autism has published 77 episodes since June 2022, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.
Parenting Severe Autism is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 29m.
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