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Parenting Severe Autism

Parenting Severe Autism

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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.



© 2025 Parenting Severe Autism
Biografías y Memorias Ciencias Sociales Crianza y Familias Higiene y Vida Saludable Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental Relaciones
Episodios
  • EP 72: Bathroom Battles And A Glimmer Of Hope
    Nov 26 2025

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    We 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, and happy tears that we learned to name.


    • family boundary breaches and safety risks
    • obsessive bathroom behaviors and home damage
    • product lockdowns and supervision trade‑offs
    • safe medical sedation tip for procedures
    • a simple co‑regulation trick that worked
    • signs of speech returning after regression
    • nervous system healing and calmer dynamics
    • happy tears, labeling emotions, gentle support
    • holiday stress, criticism, and emotional armor

    Please remember to share this podcast. Check my show notes for links to products that have worked for our family. You can also become a member for private locked episodes. Share the link to my GoFundMe for our safer lifestyles blueprint for respite communities for families like yours and mine.


    S.A.F.E.R. Lifestyles Respite GoFundMe
    Please share this GoFundMe to help raise funds for building our DREAM, Outlined in Episode 57

    AngelSense Device
    AngelSense GPS Monitoring Device Tracker For Kids, Teens, Elderly

    Select a Size TV Screen Impact Protector
    Heavy Duty. Extensively tested; will deflect any thrown remote control or a toy.

    Therapressure Brush 6 Pack Latex Free
    Special Supplies Sensory Brush for Occupational and Sensory Brushing 6 Pack Latex Free StimulateCalm

    Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support
    NOW Foods - Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support 400 mg. - 240 Vegetable Capsule(s) NOW Foods Ma

    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    Support the show

    https://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.com

    Get Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/people/Parenting-Severe-Autism-podcast/100083292374893/

    Email: contact.parentingsevereautism@gmail.com


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  • EP.71: He Destroyed Things Because He Was Hurting Emotionally
    Nov 12 2025

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    We 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 caregiver resentment without shame and share a simple tech tool that averted a meltdown.

    • fundraiser links, storefront resources, and coffee support
    • standing firm when family ignores diet rules
    • post-visit escalation and how we confronted it
    • targeted destruction as communication of loss
    • clearing environmental triggers and resetting routines
    • naming caregiver resentment without guilt
    • the camp “primal scream” report and levity
    • using phone filters as a fast regulation tool
    • subscriber-only episodes on relationships and stress
    • contact options for stories, questions, and support

    Please share my episodes and spread the word to get more awareness around the subject of severe or profound autism, and also to let people know that they can donate to either my Safer Lifestyles Respite Community Blueprint project, which is a GoFundMe, or they can just donate cups of coffee as well


    S.A.F.E.R. Lifestyles Respite GoFundMe
    Please share this GoFundMe to help raise funds for building our DREAM, Outlined in Episode 57

    AngelSense Device
    AngelSense GPS Monitoring Device Tracker For Kids, Teens, Elderly

    Wilbarger Therapy Therapressure Brushes
    Wilbarger Therapy Brush, 2 Pack – Therapressure Brush for Occupational Therapy for Sensory Brushing

    Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support
    NOW Foods - Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support 400 mg. - 240 Vegetable Capsule(s) NOW Foods Ma

    Select a Size TV Screen Impact Protector
    Heavy Duty. Extensively tested; will deflect any thrown remote control or a toy.

    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    Support the show

    https://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.com

    Get Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/people/Parenting-Severe-Autism-podcast/100083292374893/

    Email: contact.parentingsevereautism@gmail.com


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    29 m
  • EP 70: It's Only Applesauce - Severe Autism Therapy Backfires
    Oct 29 2025

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    A 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 locks and applesauce mishaps, we share what worked, what failed, and why timing matters.

    • reducing attention-seeking by replacing constant input with predictable access
    • why soothing tools must be used before stress not during
    • protecting space and reducing hypervigilance
    • two to three word cues that cut through noise and guide behavior
    • community expectations vs real support and consistent presence
    • small wins
    • next steps to lower ambient stress in the home environment

    Check my show notes for links to tracking devices, therapy items, nervous system support, and my creator store. If you want the tea, I’ll drop more personal details in a subscriber-only episode.


    S.A.F.E.R. Lifestyles Respite GoFundMe
    Please share this GoFundMe to help raise funds for building our DREAM, Outlined in Episode 57

    AngelSense Device
    AngelSense GPS Monitoring Device Tracker For Kids, Teens, Elderly

    Therapressure Brush 6 Pack Latex Free
    Special Supplies Sensory Brush for Occupational and Sensory Brushing 6 Pack Latex Free StimulateCalm

    Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support
    NOW Foods - Magnesium Citrate Nervous System Support 400 mg. - 240 Vegetable Capsule(s) NOW Foods Ma

    Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

    Support the show

    https://www.buzzsprout.com/1989825/supporters/newhttps://psa.buzzsprout.com

    Get Podcast Merch at the following link: https://psapodcast.creator-spring.com/

    https://www.facebook.com/people/Parenting-Severe-Autism-podcast/100083292374893/

    Email: contact.parentingsevereautism@gmail.com


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I’ve never felt so seen! Hearing your stories gave me the reassurance I needed, and that I’m not losing my mind for feeling and thinking the way I do! God bless you and your family!

THANK YOU!!!

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I am so grateful to have found this podcast. Finally a podcast that actually talks about the reality of severe autism. I must admit, that while I don’t begrudge the parents of children with mild autism their space to vent, or share, it always leaves me feeling hopeless, alone and angry when they talk about things that seem so trivial by comparison to what my family faces. Thank you for this.

Finally! A podcast for parents like me

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