In Episode 29 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson welcome Dr. Jonathan Chism, co-founder of the Autism Dads Social Club, for an honest conversation about raising his non-speaking autistic son.

Jonathan shares his journey from diagnosis and uncertainty to acceptance, advocacy, and connection—and explains why community is so important for fathers navigating autism.

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In Episode 28 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson are joined by author, coach, and fellow autism mom Susanna Peace Lovell for an honest conversation about raising her daughter, Arizona, navigating the unexpected, and learning to care for yourself while caring for someone you love.

Susanna shares her journey through diagnosis, advocacy, self-care, building a support system, and helping other special-needs families feel less alone.

Learn more about Susanna at www.susannapeacelovell.com, follow her on Instagram @mamapeace, and listen to her as co-host of the Brave Together podcast.

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In Episode 27 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson welcome Allysen Ortega, Gregory’s friend since fifth grade and now a special education teacher.

Allysen shares how her friendship with Gregory inspired her career and shaped her commitment to inclusion. They also discuss Unified programs, IEPs and 504 plans, school evaluations, and the importance of strong partnerships between parents and educators.

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