In this episode of the Not Your Average Autism Mom Podcast, host Shannon Urquiola dives into a conversation many moms need to hear — the truth that autism isn’t a bad word, and having an autistic child doesn’t mean they are less than.

Shannon shares the emotional reality of hearing the word“autism” for the first time, why so many parents fear saying it out loud, and how the label is often misunderstood by those who haven’t been impacted by autism personally.

She offers real-life scenarios, encouraging strategies, and powerful mindset shifts to help you speak confidently about your child’s diagnosis.

Whether you’re still sitting in fear or just unsure how to explain things to others, this episode will give you perspective, courage, and practical support. Because the more you talk about it, the easier it becomes.

And remember — your child isn’t broken. They’re just different. And different isn’t bad.

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