Hi everyone,
In this week’s episode of Wine with Wita, I’m joined by theincredible Porscia Lam, Melbourne-based mum, lawyer, and author of The Unlocking: An Autism Story.
Porscia’s son Harry was diagnosed with autism during Melbourne’s gruelling lockdowns. What followed was a journey filled with confusion, heartbreak, and profound learning , not just about autism, but about herself, her culture, and what it really means to advocate for your child.
In this heartfelt conversation, Porscia shares:
💗 How her son’s anxiety and demand avoidance shaped every part of their day
💗 The moment she gave up her corporate career to become his full-time carer
💗 Why she chose to try ABA therapy, despite the controversy
💗 What society often gets wrong about therapy, autism, and ‘normal’ development
💗 How her cultural upbringing complicated the process of seeking a diagnosis
💗 Why she wrote her book to help other parents feel less alone
And yes, we talk about the Happy Hulk, Harry’s alter ego that made everything from nappies to therapy possible.
You’ll laugh, cry, and come away with a deeper appreciation for the emotional labour that often sits behind early intervention.
Porscia’s story is one of love, resilience, and redefining success, and it’s one every parent, carer, and clinician needs to hear.
🔗 Buy her book:
The Unlocking: A Memoir ofPathological Demand Avoidance
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Lots of love,
Rita
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