You didn't plan for this autism parenting journey, yet here you are.
- If you feel confused, overwhelmed, uncertain, and alone, we get it.
- Getting an autism diagnosis can turn your world upside down.
- You have to process and accept that parenting an autistic child is different.
- Give yourself grace as you work through your feelings, they are normal.
It is possible to live your life not consumed by loneliness, confusion, and constantly feeling like you are failing.
When you are Not Your Average Autism Mom, everything changes!
Helping moms like you, raising autistic children strengthen and improve your emotional and mental well-being so you are more confident, less stressed, and find happiness and joy on this parenting journey you weren't prepared for.
How are we embracing our lives instead of staying stuck wishing, hoping, and dreaming it was different? We are
Not Your Average Autism Moms
FREE WEBINAR:
Journey to Resilience;
Navigating Autism Parenting.
Thursday, May 16th at 1:00 PM (EST)
Presented by Shannon Urquiola
FREE WEBINAR: REGISTER NOWIntroducing...
Not Your Average Autism Mom Membership
Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated by the daily challenges of raising an autistic child?
I know you want to be happier and more content with your life and accept your child's autism.
We help you normalize this journey and learn to create the boundaries necessary to sustain it.
What you gain access to as a member you won't find in one place anywhere else.
- Emotional support for YOU. Learn strategies to navigate judgmental stares or comments from others, stay calm and composed during chaotic moments, and support your child with confidence.
- Access training and resources necessary to navigate Special Education Advocating for your child's needs in the school system can be daunting and feel overwhelming. Learn communication strategies and gain confidence to ensure your child receives the support they need to be successful.
- A Private VILLAGE of other moms who "get it" and normalize this journey. The collective wisdom of these amazing women makes our VILLAGE so special. You will learn from their successes and failures. We celebrate the milestones that the outside world doesn't understand.
Learn to embrace your journey even in the most chaotic moments, because the truth is, that is autism sometimes.
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Being Not Your Average Autism Mom is special and here's why...
Blair Miller - Rocky Mount, NC
Since I became a member, my son has made the most progress I have ever seen! Incredible!
The coaching has been so helpful and every week I take away several things I can work on.
I became a member in October 2020 and continue to be so proud to be Not Your Average Autism Mom and you will be too!
Jennifer Hill Baker - Columbia, SC
The resources as a member go beyond how to handle autism. The friendships with other moms who have walked in your shoes. Being a resource to moms who are just beginning their journey.
Becoming Not Your Average Autism Mom is the best thing I've done since my son was diagnosed.
I am no longer alone.
Angela Taylor - Lawrenceville, GA
Since becoming a member in February 2023 I don't feel alone anymore. Everyone is so supportive and encouraging. When I'm having a tough day, I log into the VILLAGE and read about the awesome accomplishments of other members. I stay more in the background but I am constantly learning something.
My journey may look different from others, but we are all looking for our village, this is mine!
Melanie DeLuca - Casco, MI
Being part of this membership has given me so much support and information from other moms who have been in my shoes.
I don't feel so alone anymore.
The other members truly care about and understand each other.
Samantha Crocker - Hope, AR
I have felt a huge sigh of relief in my autism parenting journey since joining. The member features are incredible!
I am so proud that I was the first member to become Not Your Average Autism Mom in 2020.
I continue to learn and grow using the training, coaching, and all the resources available to us.
I promise you won't be disappointed!
Pamela Levine - Bristow, VA
Being a member has been life-changing for me. I have a place where I get support from amazing moms who just "get it".
I get guidance and direction on all things education, real coaching, and the member portal has answers to any questions or problems that arise.
I am so thankful to BE Not Your Average Autism Mom!
Samantha Little - Hattiesburg, MS
I LOVE our VILLAGE and am so glad I took a chance and joined. All the training modules are so helpful and detailed. It is awesome to have a place to learn and ask my questions.
I am finally connected with other moms who understand this parenting journey because they have been in my shoes.
When you join, you will see, it is worth so much more than the membership fee.
Donna Lorman - Orlando, FL
I have known Shannon personally and professionally for many years. She is not only the mom of a son on the autism spectrum, she has been an extraordinarily strong advocate for the autism community for years.
I highly recommend that if you are raising a child on the spectrum, you add NYAAM to your support team.
You will be so glad you did.
Hi, I'm Shannon.
I know all too well the feelings of not being good enough and asking why me. I remember the day that Jordan was diagnosed with Autism, 22 years ago. The day that my life changed forever. I went through years of feeling lost and confused and trying to find my way and figure it out, wondering most days how I was going to make it through another day. I know what you are going through because I live it every day, just like you.
Jordan is 27 now and my parenting journey has not been easy. I made really hard decisions. I learned many things along the way, unfortunately, I learned most of them the hard way, and very often, if I'm being honest, I learned them too late.
All the years I questioned God, WHY ME? Why am I having to travel this lonely road lost and confused? I spent countless hours learning and a lot of money on training and coaching seeking answers which ultimately transformed my life.
Not Your Average Autism Mom is an identity. We are an incredible group of women from different walks of life raising autistic children and doing what others don’t understand.
My Story
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New episodes EVERY Thursday. We talk about topics that directly impact your life along this unique autism parenting journey we are on.
Frequently Asked Questions
So, you have a few questions? Let's try to answer those for you...
I'm an Autism Dad- can I still join?
Do I have to be on camera for the calls?
Does it matter where in the world I live?
As you add new trainings will there be additional fees?
How confidential are the coaching calls in the community?
If there’s anything at all that you’re not certain about, anything we haven’t made clear in the FAQ’s; any concerns or questions please email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to help you out.