256. The Long Game of Advocacy —and How to Keep Going
Feb 05, 2026Advocacy isn’t a phase of autism parenting—it’s a long-term role that evolves from diagnosis through adulthood. And for many moms, it can feel exhausting, overwhelming, and never-ending.
In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mom podcast, Shannon walks you through what advocacy really looks like across every stage of the autism parenting journey—from early intervention and school years to adulthood, siblings, and families parenting non-speaking autistic children.
This is an honest, encouraging conversation about:
- Why advocacy changes over time
- How to advocate without burning out
- Supporting children who cannot advocate for themselves
- Navigating advocacy inside your family, including siblings
- Letting go of the pressure to “do it all” and learning how to keep going
If you’ve ever wondered how you’re supposed to sustain advocacy for the long haul, this episode is for you.
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