Parenting Severe Autism

About Parenting Severe Autism

Parenting Severe Autism is a raw, unfiltered podcast for parents and caregivers raising children with Severe Autism. Hosted by Shannon Chamberlin - a parent, not a professional - this show is your emotional lifeline, real-talk resource, and reminder that you're not alone. From early childhood to adulthood and beyond, Shannon shares honest stories, painful truths, small victories, and survival strategies for the families the world forgets. Whether you're in crisis mode or just need someone who gets it, this is your space. No fluff. No sugarcoating. Just truth, hope, and community. Severe Autism and special needs considerations. This type of autism parenting is lifelong... it becomes adult autism parenting. Seek caregiver support when possible.

Publisher

Shannon Chamberlin

Category

health & fitness · kids & family · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

15 Jun 2022

Latest episode

30 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

93 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Protecting Sensory Safety In Shared Spaces At Home With Severe Autism

   Send us Fan Mail A calm morning routine gets shattered, and I share what I hear in my son’s real tears when he tries to connect and gets pushed into overload. I also talk through the “aftershock” effect on sensory triggers and end with a few lighter updates that still teach big lessons about supporting an autistic adult with dignity. Please remember, you can help me keep this podcast free for those who need it simply by donating to the Buy Me a Coffee program. If you have found a...

2. 

   9 Sept 2026

   Fighting For Placement When Severe Autism Outgrows The System

   Send us Fan Mail We read through a run of 2019 school emails that show how fast life can spiral. We talk guardianship, money, work stress, rejections, and the small home routines that still help our son feel safe. • legal guardianship • how severe autism can make steady work nearly impossible for a family • the school’s behavior team admitting they lack capacity • asking for copies of staff and specialist videos to understand decisions • outside placement leads ...

3. 

   26 Aug 2026

   Writing Your Child’s Severe Autism Story At School

   Send us Fan Mail A single email from school can change your whole day when you’re parenting severe autism and already running on fumes. We share what it looks like when classroom behavior reports, delayed meetings, and vague “behavior team” guidance collide with the reality at home. We start with a few real-life moments that many caregivers will recognize. Then we get into communication and receptive language, including why English slang and sound-alike words can be especially confusing for ...

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

41,458

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

72

Social presence

0

YouTube

72

Engagement

32

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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