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July 3, 2025 36 mins
Did you know up to 40% of autistic children are non-speaking—yet they have so much to say? What if communication wasn’t about words but about connection? In a world built around verbal communication, how do we truly hear and understand our neurodivergent kids? In this heartwarming and practical conversation, Greer sits down with Charlotte, a mom raising two non-speaking boys, to unpack what real communication looks like in a neurodivergent family. Charlotte shares her lived wisdom, challenges, and the beauty she’s discovered in connecting with her children beyond spoken language. During this episode, you’ll hear about: The many ways non-verbal children communicate How to create a communication-rich environment at home The emotional journey of parenting non-speaking children Practical tools for yes/no questions, pointing, and AAC devices Why connection is at the heart of communication TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE - Communication isn’t just words—it’s eye contact, gestures, pointing, and shared moments of connection. -Using AAC devices, yes/no boards, and intuitive connection can open pathways to understanding your child’s needs. -It’s okay if your family’s communication looks different from others. -Charlotte’s journey will encourage you to slow down, observe, and celebrate the small moments that are actually big wins. -You’ll leave this episode with fresh hope and practical ideas to support your neurodivergent child’s communication journey—without pressure to “fix” them. -You are not alone in navigating the beauty and challenges of parenting non-verbal or minimally verbal children. Maybe you aren't traveling at the moment but are still looking for fun (& easy) activities to do. Check out t⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠he sensory play guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ that I have created back with 50 fun (& tested) activities all with things you have at in your house. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check it out here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Unfinished Community WhatsApp. Where you can share your everyday joys, struggles, and differences! Click here to join.Sign up to our newsletter where we continue the conversation along with sharing helpful resources and techniques tried out by parents and professionals in the neurodiverse world. You can know get the episodes on YouTube! Click here to subscribe. Follow the show on all the socials @theunfinishedidea - look for the brain! Instagram Facebook LinkedIn TikTok Website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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