Mother's Guide Through Autism

This podcast is to inspire, support, and build community for mothers raising children with autism. Brigitte Shipman is the host and creator of this podcast and it has been inspired by her son Joseph who has been living with autism for the last 32 years. Together, Brigitte and Joseph hope to offer mothers of autistic children hope for the future. They will be sharing what they have learned in their journey as well as have expert guests on the show to give you knowledge, resources, insights, and inspiration.

Mother's Guide Through Autism is a kids podcast hosted by Brigitte Shipman, with 195 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Brigitte Shipman hosts Mother's Guide Through Autism, a kids show with 195 episodes published.

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  Episode #195

  Laughter, Life Hacks & Hope for Autism Moms with Andrea Moriarty

  Aug 10, 202641 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail What if laughter could become one of your most powerful tools for getting through the hard moments of autism parenting? In this episode of the Mother’s Guide Through Autism Podcast, Brigitte sits down with author, speaker, and fellow autism mom Andrea Moriarty for an honest, hopeful, and often very funny conversation about raising her son Reid, now 32. Andrea shares what those early years after Reid’s autism diagnosis were really like, from the overwhelm and uncertainty to learning that she didn’t have to figure everything out alone. They talk about the importance of building a support system, leaning into their children’s strengths, and finding creative solutions when the traditional path simply doesn’t fit. They also dive into Andrea’s newest book, Daffy, a tell-all comedy for moms about using laughter as life support. Andrea explains how a getaway with other autism moms helped her realize just how much humor had been keeping them afloat—and inspired what she now calls the “Laughter Alliance.” You’ll also hear some of Andrea’s favorite practical life hacks for making everyday life a little easier, including batch cooking, smoothie pops for selective eaters, “Tasting Tuesday,” and even simplifying your wardrobe to save precious mental energy. Most importantly, Andrea reminds us of something so many autism moms need to hear: You’re not doing it wrong. This is hard. You don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, they talk about: • Andrea’s journey raising her autistic son Reid • Music therapy and discovering Reid’s strengths • How laughter can help us process difficult experiences • Andrea’s “Laughter Alliance” for autism moms • Simple life hacks that reduce stress and mental overload ABOUT ANDREA MORIARTY Andrea Moriarty is an author, speaker, workshop leader, and autism mom. She is the author of One Track Mind, Radical Inclusion, and Daffy. Her work offers a refreshing and hopeful perspective on both the challenges and triumphs of parenting a son with autism, blending honesty, affection, humor, and hope. Andrea also cofounded Banding Together, a music therapy nonprofit, and has served on the boards of Young Life Capernaum, New Village Arts, and Able Arts Work. Resources & Links Learn more about Andrea and her books: https://www.andreamoriarty.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreamoriartyauthor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/andrea.a.moriarty Learn more and join the Chill & Chat Membership: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/chillandchat Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/book Sign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com Theme song: "Look at the clouds" by Tristan Lohengrin tristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com Support the show

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  Episode #194

  Accepting the Diagnosis: An Autism Dad's Journey from Struggle to Strength with Harry Psaros

  Jul 7, 202647 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail If you are navigating an autism diagnosis with your child, you already know how heavy and isolating the journey can feel. But there is a side to this story we don't hear often enough: the father’s perspective. In this episode, host Brigitte Shipman sits down with Harry Psaros—an autism father, advocate, board member for the Autism Caring Center, and best-selling author of “From Struggle to Strength: A Father’s Journey with Autism and the Power of Hope and Positivity.” When a child is diagnosed, mothers and fathers often process their grief in completely different ways. Harry shares his mission to break down that barrier, open up the conversation for dads who are struggling to accept a diagnosis, and give families the tools to stay on the same team instead of growing apart. If you are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or looking for a reason to find hope in the middle of a hard day, this down-to-earth conversation will remind you that you are not alone in the wilderness. In This Episode, You Will Learn: - Why fathers often react differently to an autism diagnosis and how to bridge the communication gap. - Practical advice on keeping your marriage and relationship strong through caregiving stress. - How to shift from survival mode to finding genuine hope, positivity, and resilience. - The inspiration behind Harry’s book, From Struggle to Strength, and his advocacy work for families. 🔗 Resources & Links Harry's Website: https://www.harrypsaros.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harrypsaros Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harrypsaros/ Learn more and join the Chill & Chat Membership: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/chillandchat Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/book Sign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com Theme song: "Look at the clouds" by Tristan Lohengrin tristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com Support the show

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  Episode #193

  Why Your Child’s Meltdown Triggers Your Own Anxiety with Maureen Brice and Dr. Nicole Dolan

  Jun 20, 202649 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode of A Mother's Guide Through Autism, host Brigitte Shipman sits down with Maureen Brice and Dr. Nicole Dolan to explore a deeply profound side of caregiving: the parent’s own nervous system, trauma history, and energetic frequency. When your neurodivergent child has a meltdown, does your own anxiety or anger immediately skyrocket? You are not alone. Maureen Brice and Dr. Nicole Dolan dive into why our children act as powerful mirrors, triggering unhealed parts of our own childhood conditioning. They share how shifting out of survival mode and consciously clearing your internal blocks can completely change the emotional climate of your home. If you are a mother feeling burnt out, exhausted, and stuck in a loop of reactive parenting, this conversation offers the roadmap, permission, and actionable energetic tools you need to heal your family from the inside out. In This Episode, You Will Learn: - How our children’s behaviors unconsciously trigger past ancestral and childhood conditioning. - The science and energy of co-regulation—why your child feeds off your nervous system's internal state. - Practical strategies to recognize parental burnout and halt chronic fight-or-flight loops. - The power of releasing judgment to build a sustainable, compassionate home life. 🔗 Resources & Links Sign up for the retreat: https://hopedreambelieve.com/autism-moms-retreat Maureen's Website: https://hopedreambelieve.com/ Dr. Nicole Dolan: https://drnicoledolan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drnicoledolan/ Learn more and join the Chill & Chat Membership: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/chillandchat Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/book Sign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com Theme song: "Look at the clouds" by Tristan Lohengrin tristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com Support the show

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  Episode #192

  Originally Aired on Your Trauma Talks: A Mother and Son Journey of Faith, Advocacy, and Acceptance

  Mar 20, 20261h 1mS1

  Send us Fan Mail This episode was originally released on Your Trauma Talks and is being shared here with permission so our audience can hear this meaningful conversation. In this interview, host Rahul K. Maharaj speaks with Brigitte Shipman and Joseph Shipman about faith, advocacy, acceptance, autism, and neurodiversity from both the mother’s and autistic adult’s perspective. The conversation explores grief, hope, stigma, self-compassion, and the power of understanding autism more deeply. Episode highlights Brigitte’s journey through diagnosis, grief, advocacy, and self-compassion Joseph’s perspective on growing up autistic and navigating stigma and missed social cues Advocacy without losing yourself Why being different is powerful What every parent needs to understand about neurodiversity Listen to the original episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2359531/episodes/18741535 🔗 Resources & Links Purchase the book A Mother's Guide Through Autism : https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/book Sign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com Support the show

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  Episode #191

  Emotional Regulation Starts With Us: Tools for Neurodivergent Families with Sara Hartley

  Jan 18, 202647 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail When a child is emotionally dysregulated, it’s easy for parents to feel unsure, exhausted, or like they’re constantly reacting instead of responding. In this episode of Mother’s Guide Through Autism, host Brigitte Shipman sits down with Sara Lewis Hartley, a healthcare leader with over 20 years of experience and the author of the Purposefully Me children’s book series, to explore what emotional regulation really means—and how parents can support it without burning themselves out. This conversation goes beyond surface-level tips. Sara shares practical, compassionate insights about creating emotional safety at home, why regulation starts with the parent, and how understanding emotions—rather than trying to control them—can change the dynamic between parent and child. 💛 In this episode, you’ll hear about: - Common misconceptions parents have about “big emotions” and behavior - How parents can regulate themselves first—without guilt or perfection - How to create a foundation of trust and safety with your kids - The inspiration behind the Purposefully Me book series This episode is especially for parents who feel overwhelmed by emotions—both their child’s and their own—and are looking for a more grounded, compassionate way forward. 🎧 You’ll walk away with perspective, reassurance, and ideas you can start using right away. 🔗 Resources & Links Learn more about Sara Hartley and get her books: https://saralewishartley.com/ Learn more and join the Chill & Chat Membership: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/chillandchat Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com/book Sign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.com Theme song: "Look at the clouds" by Tristan Lohengrin tristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com Support the show

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