Moms in Neurodiverse Families | Self-Care, Autism, Sensory Overload
Top-ranked podcast for neurodiverse families & self-care coaching in the U.S (PodStatus)
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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? Likely it is both. 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 18 years to a neurodiverse man and mom of three neurodiverse kids.
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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You enjoy dinner parties, family events, concerts or travel but your spouse prefers his friends, small events, his special interest events and solitude. Your friends are doing double dates or vacations together and it seems a far away possibility. Sometimes we put our interests and needs for community on hold because our spouse is unable or does not want to join us. With creativity, you can find a way to enjoy life and be part of a community.
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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 May 13, 2026
Wednesday May 13, 2026
The dictionary defines mindset as a "fixed mental attitude or disposition that predetermines a person's responses to and interpretations of situations". So it is wise to examine our own mindset, especially since it can impact being a wife, mom and our follow through on self-care.
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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!
Wednesday May 06, 2026
Wednesday May 06, 2026
Back in season 1, Episode 45 I shared being on the struggle bus with my sleep for YEARS. I began using night-time blue blocking glasses but it wasnt until I listend to Thaddeus Owens that I had an operating guide for my whole day for better sleep. My previous glasses, my husband said made me look like a Miami Vice Drug Queen so I went on the search for feminine, attractive glasses. When I saw Heidi Sime's (Thaddeus wife) circadian glasses, I was hooked. I purchased these on my own and have used them almost every evening, including when I am out in public. In this episode, Heidi and I will chat about her journey on improving her physical and mental health along with her passion to help women to have better sleep. And a big thank you to Heidi and Thaddeus, use code CHRISTNA10 for 10% off their gorgeous and functional circadian glasses.
My Guest: Heidi Sime
Heidi Sime is the co founder and CEO of DreamWalkerz, a circadian wellness brand helping women restore sleep, energy, and overall well being through light based solutions. She is a circadian coach and certified instructor in Maya Fiennes’ Yoga for Real Life, blending nervous system support with practical tools for everyday living. With an MFA in Ecological Architecture, Heidi now channels her creative background into producing beautiful photography and curating elevated circadian wellness products for women, nurseries, and homes, all designed to help protect hormones and create healthier, more nurturing environments.
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Episdoe 45 | Exhausted & Sleep-Deprived Mama: How-To Guide For Better Sleep When Raising Neurodiverse Kids
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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!
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026
Support is a vital need for moms in neurodiverse families and for any woman. You have small and big dreams. A cheerleader to encourage your journey is a blessing, especially when others may try to discourage our dreams. If you are seeking cheerleaders in your life, here are three steps I've taken to bring encouragers and supporters into my life.
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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 Apr 22, 2026
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Two opposing facts can be true. You can love the idosyncrancies of your spouse and kids, laugh at their corny jokes and appreciate the unique view of the world. Also you can be stressed from the verbal olympics on simple topics, unexpected emotional outbursts any time of the day that rattle you and lingering hurt over words or actions without empathy. By spotting these 3 signs, you can begin taking steps to process your feelings and look for strategies.
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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 Apr 15, 2026
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
A common theme among mothers raising neurodivergent children is the impact to her career. Many women quit their jobs or switch to part-time work to allow the time and flexibiility for their family needs.
Financial constraints or marriage challenges may propel you to look for a job. But if you have been out of the workforce for many years, it feels impossible. Where do you begin? By breaking down the process into small steps, there is a way. Here are my suggestions for starting.
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What Color Is Your Parachute
David Ramey Free Career Advice
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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 Apr 08, 2026
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
There are joyous moments in a neurodiverse family which we can laugh about but we can not ignore the hard moments. Sometimes the hardship is tackling simple communications for other couples, but it requires long conversations breaking down the nuance of word meaning and vocal tone. Every day trying to comprehend what your child is communicating in a meltdown over clothes or sound.
Honestly, tasks which many families can do in minutes can take half an hour to hours for us. But sometimes life is hard because we have learned unhealthy coping skills, our maturity tasks still in progress (Dr Jim Wilder) or we have undealt trauma. Realizing we have a choice, even when it feels we do not have a choice is an important mind shift for growth.
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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 Apr 01, 2026
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
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.