Moms in Neurodiverse Families | Autistic Spectrum, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder, Parenting, ASD, Neurodivergent
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I help women with neurodiverse husband and kids prioritize self-care to thrive
Hey lovely, is your husband neurodiverse, or are you a mom of a child with autism? Are the daily demands of family life leaving you with little time for self-care? Do you feel your emotional needs are forgotten? Is your identity fading away under the weight of everyday responsibilities?
Friend, I am glad you are here. This podcast will help you prioritize your self-care with simple planning solutions that empower you to rebuild your life and set healthy boundaries while still fulfilling your roles as a wife and mom.
Hey, I’m Christina—married 16 years to a neurodiverse man, mom of three neurodiverse kids, emergency manager, and business owner.
For years, I tried to fix our home environment, hoping to ease the sensory and communication challenges in my neurodiverse family. But no matter how much I read or how many Christian experts I listened to, nothing bridged the gap between meeting everyone else’s needs and caring for myself.
I was exhausted carrying so many responsibilities while my needs were unmet. My husband was frustrated with his limitations and didn’t know what to do. My neurodiverse kids needed my help to navigate a world they didn’t always understand, but their meltdowns and challenges were overwhelming and exhausting at times. My health began to decline as I focused on making our marriage and home life optimal for my spouse and kids to prevent the cycle of problems. I reached a breaking point when I realized that prioritizing my well-being wasn’t selfish—it was essential. That’s when I turned to simple planning solutions to create space for self-care.
This podcast is here to guide you on a journey of self-care and healthy boundaries without sacrificing your roles as a wife or mom. By embracing a holistic approach rooted in biblical values, I rediscovered the vibrant woman God created me to be. Now, I want to help you reclaim your identity, heal your heart, and reconnect with the life you love.
If you’re ready to begin your self-care journey, grab your sanity latte and listen in as we take another small, intentional step toward a peaceful, healthier you.
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Have you ever written down all the tasks you accomplish in a day? It is a long list from managing your home, feeding your family, researching sensory strategies, juggling therapies, working on your marriage and helping kids regulate. Sustaining a high level of activity does have its drawbacks and it is understandable when a ball is dropped. How much do you berate yourself when you forgot an appointment, missed the note on classroom snacks or didn't realize someone's medication ran out? If this is you, here is the encouragment you need for those moments.
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Hey friends, I will be sharing from my personal experience and since I am not a licensed therapist or medical provider these episodes should not be considered therapeutic or medical advice. But if my stories make you smile, that is a bonus!
We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Wednesday Mar 25, 2026
Self-care is a needed luxury which is not easy to cultivate in a neurodiverse family. There is always a need to be met, a new challenge requiring deciphering and a constant pace which is difficult to maintain. Exercise is often the first important life-care (self-care) activity to be dropped. As time passes, the capacity and ability to be active again is daunting. My guest is Sarah Stein, a parent of a neurodivergent teen and has been a fitness instructor for cycle, swim and other group fitness classes. She will explain simple steps to start exercising that is achievable and works with your neurodiverse family. Don't give up on those goals, each small step will add up!
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Hey friends, I will be sharing from my personal experience and since I am not a licensed therapist or medical provider these episodes should not be considered therapeutic or medical advice. But if my stories make you smile, that is a bonus!
We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Ever scroll Pinterest for meal ideas, yet finding no recipes working for your families sensory profiles? Possibly you miss having adult meals because of the limited palate of your kids. Here are three ideas for simple meal planning with kids who have sensory challenges that allow you to have a real meal instead of chicken nuggets and mac & cheese.
Episode 41: Is Meal Planning Even Possible for Moms with Sensory Kids? Meal Tips For Your Neurodiverse Family
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Hey friends, I will be sharing from my personal experience and since I am not a licensed therapist or medical provider these episodes should not be considered therapeutic or medical advice. But if my stories make you smile, that is a bonus!
We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Emergencies can push anyone to the edge of their limits, but for neurodiverse kids massive thunderstorms and tornadoes can be super exciting or sensory traumatic, resulting in big emotions. And somehow you need to get your whole family into a safe location in a very short time frame. Which means unexpected interruptions, no foreshadowing and schedule changes which can cause cause a meltdown for some autistic and ADHD kids. Based on my personal and professional background, I share three tips to help you plan ahead and reduce anxiety.
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
As stress of neurodiverse marriage and family life grows, one of the first self-care activities to disapear is your hobbies. Time passes and we can forget what brought joy into your life. Enjoying life is a crucial component to live and thrive in a neurodiverse family. Let's chat how you find a hobby that brings life to your soul but is also manageable with your limited time.
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Marriage is two people living in community, learning to love each other and live together in harmony. When neurodiversity is a component, the challenges can lead to seeing only the negative, what your spouse is lacking. Continued focus on solely the negative while ignoring your husband's efforts and slow growth can lead to a dangerous cycle. When your heart is hurting and numb, how do you pivot to begin perceiving his strengths? Here are my suggestions for first steps on this process.
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Asperger Syndrome and Long-Term Relationships
Uniquely Us: Gracefully Navigating the Maze of Neurodiverse Marriage, Autism and Faith
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
There are many sensory challenges we help our kids traverse when they are younger, haircuts is a major one. Usually the hair salon or barber shop is loud, lots of new people, scratchy hair falling down the back of their shirt, uncomfortable cutting cape around their neck and having a stranger position their head. This can add up to a major meltdown from the sensory overwhelm. Not only does your kid need a break after a haircut, but likely you as well. You will benefit from my mistakes and learned experiences with these three steps for less stress at the hair salon.
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Your energy to be engaged, invest in your children, and keep up with the appointments is continually decreasing. Maybe you are scared if you fast forward your current trajectory, where you will be physically and emotionally in 1 -3 years? But you can't think that far ahead, you are trying to figure out one single day at a time. I am sharing one of my self-care tools I have used in these exact moments.
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday Feb 04, 2026
In the beginning your focus is love, helping your family with the "gaps" between the expectations of life and the abilities of your husband or children. Your goal is to support them, but this isn't a sprint, its an ultramarathon, living in a neurodiverse family. Moments of rest breaks are seldom leading to burnout. You realize you are over-functioning, meeting any need regardless of your capacity. Then the moment happens; when your body, mind, or health are unable to push beyond your limits. Let's chat how you can recover from this situation and to care for your family while not neglect yourself.
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
For some families, one of the hardest times of the day is in the morning. So many tranistions along with changing out of soft pajamas into uncomfortable clothes. The struggle is real for kids with sensory challenges. Understanding how kids' minds and body process these challenges can give us patience. But what else can you do? I have a few ideas to help with your morning routine and kepe your sanity.
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We have an active home, so you will hear kids in the background sometimes, thanks for understanding.