In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Kari A. Baker—author, speaker, and founder of KIND Families, a community for those who love Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences. We talk honestly about the pain of letting go of the life you once envisioned and the beauty that can unfold when you learn to embrace what is. She opens up about the raw, real challenges of parenting a child with autism, how she processed the news, and the unexpected joy she’s found in seeing her son fully for who he is.
Whether you’re a mom navigating a diagnosis, feeling unequipped, or just needing a reminder that you’re not alone—this conversation will encourage you to keep going and trust that you are the exact mom your child needs.
We talk about:
- Processing an autism diagnosis and how it reshapes your view of motherhood
- Letting go of the life you imagined and embracing the one you have
- Finding purpose and strength through your child’s unique journey
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Website: https://kindfamilies.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kindfamilies
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