Ep. 106 - Two Generations, One Diagnosis with Marlene

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Autism for Badass Moms

Rashidah Cartwright

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"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. 106 - Two Generations, One Diagnosis with Marlene

Autism for Badass Moms

57 minutes 40 seconds

1 month ago

Ep. 106 - Two Generations, One Diagnosis with Marlene

In this episode, Rashidah speaks with Marlene Soto-Riera, disability advocate, author, and founder of Helping Swans Co. Marlene shares her journey as a mother and grandmother of children with autism, her mission to build inclusive communities, and how she made history by organizing Newton County, Georgia’s first-ever Autism Awareness and Inclusion Event.

What we discuss:

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:57 AJ's Early Challenges and Advocacy

04:17 Navigating the Unknown: Emotional Journey

08:54 The Diagnosis: Coffin-Siris Syndrome

12:36 Finding Community and Support

16:01 The Role of Faith and Determination

18:43 Balancing Family Dynamics

24:33 Grandmother's Perspective on Autism Advocacy

27:24 Navigating Family Dynamics and Guilt

30:29 Understanding Guilt and Its Evolution

33:35 The Role of a Grandparent in Advocacy

38:36 Learning from Experience: A Guide for Parents

44:42 Advice for Grandparents: Being Present and Supportive

50:13 Empowerment Through Advocacy and Self-Belief

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