Ep. 102 - Managing Stress When You Can't Catch a Break with Jasmine

In this heartfelt conversation, Jasmine shares her journey as a mother of a son with autism, discussing the challenges and triumphs she has faced along the way. From navigating the early signs of autism to the emotional toll of parenting a teenager, Jasmine emphasizes the importance of community, vulnerability, and self-care. She also highlights her experience as a nursing student while raising her son and the impact of writing children's books to raise awareness about autism. The conversation concludes with valuable advice for new autism moms, encouraging them to embrace their feelings and seek support. What we discuss: 00:00 Introduction 01:40 Jasmine's Journey with Rece 04:16 Navigating Autism Diagnosis and Early Signs 07:27 The Challenges of Being a Nursing Student and a Mom 10:22 The Importance of Community and Support 13:21 Finding Strength in Vulnerability 16:15 Overcoming Feeding Challenges 19:00 Building a Support Network 22:01 The Emotional Toll of Parenting a Child with Autism 24:31 The Evolution of Parenting a Teen with Autism 27:16 Self-Care Strategies for Caregivers 29:49 The Impact of Hormones and Stress on Parenting 32:56 The Journey of Writing a Book 35:55 Advice for New Autism Moms 38:40 Closing Thoughts and Reflections Connect with Jasmine: Instagram: www.instragram.com/jas.poole Resources Mentioned: Books by Jasmine Poole: "Rece Wants Cereal" and "Rece Takes Swimming" Book Referenced: Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley (1987) If you found Jasmine's episode informative and inspiring, please don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with another fellow badass mom or someone who you feel would benefit! Don't forget to check out Jasmine's books on Amazon and follow her journey on Instagram for more inspiration. FOLLOW US: Instagram: www.instagram.com/theabmpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/theabmpodcast YouTube: www.youtube.com/theabmpodcast