Ep. 101 - Growing Up Together with Macy

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Autism for Badass Moms

Rashidah Cartwright

112 episodes

6 days ago

"Autism for Badass Moms" is your guide to becoming that badass, mentally and emotionally strong mother you know you can be. Each week we shed light on the emotional journey through heartfelt conversations with autism moms, we uncover the raw, authentic experiences that shape your life. In each episode, we discuss everything from finding balance in the chaos, regulating your nervous system, and setting healthy boundaries. The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of anything you seen or heard from the podcast.

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Ep. 101 - Growing Up Together with Macy

Autism for Badass Moms

37 minutes 1 second

2 months ago

Ep. 101 - Growing Up Together with Macy

In this episode of Autism for Badass Moms, host Rashidah speaks with Macy Evans, a young mom from Indiana, about her journey raising her six-year-old son Jackson, who has autism and ADHD. Macy shares her experiences of navigating autism as a young mom, the emotional challenges she faced, and the resilience she found along the way.

She discusses the significant impact early intervention and therapies have had on Jackson. Macy also opens up about balancing parenting with work, being an advocate for her son, and the unbreakable bond between her children.

This episode offers valuable insights and encouragement for moms who are facing similar challenges, emphasizing the importance of support, advocacy, and never giving up.

What we discuss:

00:00 Introduction to Autism for Badass Moms

00:48 Meet Macy Evans: A Young Mom's Journey

03:22 Early Signs and Diagnosis of Autism

06:52 Navigating Life with Autism and ADHD

13:54 Sibling Dynamics and Support

19:31 Balancing Work and Family Life

20:08 The Challenges of Parenting a Child on the Spectrum

23:28 Finding Support and Resources

25:28 Navigating the System for Autism Services

29:33 Advice for Struggling Moms

33:19 Macy's Unyielding Determination

34:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Connect with Macy:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/_maceevans

Facebook: Macy Evans

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