Support for Autistic Parents of Autistic Kids

Caring for children with special needs requires a high level of time, energy, patience, money, and self compassion. It can be an isolating journey that our fellow parents might dismiss or even invalidate. Burnout is a real issue, and learning to care for ourselves first can sometimes feel impossible. This video was designed with your health and well-being in mind, and I hope you’ll come back to it whenever you need a reminder that YOU are worthy of the same time, energy, and love that you give to others.

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⏰ Timestamps ⌚️

My background (1:21)
Managing your mindset throughout this video (1:47)
Burnout (2:43)
Listening to your body’s needs (3:15)
Accepting the feelings you have (5:47)
Avoiding comparisons (8:51)
Childcare (9:32)
Asking for help (11:20)
9 Practical Self-Care Tips - Section starts here (11:56)
Drink enough water (12:02)
Take a multivitamin (12:24)
Seek out community (12:32)
Journal (13:05)
Therapy (13:39)
Regulate your nervous system (14:24)
Embrace failure (15:05)
Laugh (15:32)
Take things one step at a time(15:57)
Regarding guilt and shame (17:06)

💡 Resources ✅

Mom on the Spectrum website: https://www.momonthespectrum.net

Mom on the Spectrum downloadable content/resources: https://www.taylorheaton.gumroad.com

Mom on the Spectrum full YouTube Video Catalog:    / momonthespectrum  

Meltdown Survival Guide: https://taylorheaton.gumroad.com/l/me...

Emotions/Body/Mind Connection: The Body Keeps the Score (Book) by Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Sco...

Talkspace Online Therapy: https://www.talkspace.com/

Yoga with Adriene:    / yogawithadriene  

Online support group for Moms of Autistic Kids in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX:   / 674120716013153  


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I'm Tay, a married mom of 2 who was diagnosed with Autism at 31 years old. This was after YEARS of therapy (and all of the self tests in the world!). My diagnosis has brought up questions, frustration, doubt, but most importantly, a new level of self compassion and understanding.

I'm here to share knowledge, resources, and products that empower other neurodivergents (and their loved ones) to live freely and creatively. I'm not a doctor so please speak with your healthcare providers before implementing any recommendations I make on my channel.

Women are under-diagnosed due to lack of research. Please share any videos that are helpful to you so we can spread awareness and acceptance.

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