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
Latest Episodes
Accepting the Diagnosis: An Autism Dad's Journey from Struggle to Strength with Harry Psaros
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 Brigi...
Why Your Child’s Meltdown Triggers Your Own Anxiety with Maureen Brice and Dr. Nicole Dolan
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 frequenc...
Originally Aired on Your Trauma Talks: A Mother and Son Journey of Faith, Advocacy, and Acceptance
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...
Emotional Regulation Starts With Us: Tools for Neurodivergent Families with Sara Hartley
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 ...
Nervous System Regulation for Kids: Two Powerful Approaches
In this compilation episode, we explore how nervous system regulation plays a foundational role in children’s focus, emotional balance, and ability to engage—especially for kids with sensory processing differences and autism.Drawing fro...