Ep. 123 – Wrestling with Guilt and Shame with Chantel

In this episode of 'Autism for Badass Moms,' host Rashidahwelcomes Chantel, a resilient mother from Maryland, who shares her heartfelt journey of raising Mulan, her 7-year-old daughter diagnosed with autism. Chantel talks openly about the initial guilt and emotional struggles followingMulan's diagnosis, her advocacy efforts, and how she transformed her challenges into purpose, eventually embracing entrepreneurship. The conversation is apowerful reminder that acceptance of an autism diagnosis is a process and that resilience, coupled with the right support system, can lead to incredible personal growth and empowerment. Chantel's story is a source of hope and inspiration for other mothers navigating similar paths.

In this episode, we talk about:

00:00 Introduction to Autism for Badass Moms

01:19 The Emotional Journey of Autism Diagnosis

02:45 Meet Chantel: A Story of Resilience

04:28 Chantel's Early Signs and Diagnosis Journey

07:52 Navigating Guilt and Acceptance

10:14 Finding Support and Community

21:31 Balancing Work and Parenthood

21:57 Entrepreneurial Journey Begins

24:12 Therapy and Support Systems

25:52 Becoming an Advocate

29:16 Navigating Family Dynamics

30:34 Advice for New Autism Moms

33:21 Career Shift and Future Plans

37:22 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude

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