Ep. 117 - Rebuilding After Being Cut Off with Tanasha

In this episode, Tanasha shares her profound journey of navigating her daughter Harmony's autism diagnosis. Relocating from New York to South Carolina, Tanasha encountered significant challenges in getting the appropriate diagnosis and support for her daughter. From facing resistance at schools to dealing with unsupportive healthcare professionals, Tanasha's story is one of relentless advocacy and resilience. Despite the adversity and lack of support from friends and family, Tanasha remains committed to helping other parents through her book, 'Making Sense of Sensory', and by spreading awareness about autism and the racial biases in the diagnosis process. Her candid account sheds light on the persistent struggle parents face in securing the necessary services for their children with special needs.In this episode, we talk about:00:00 Welcome and Introductions00:14 Relocating to South Carolina00:42 Harmony's Diagnosis Journey01:43 Challenges with the School System03:39 Navigating the Healthcare System04:50 Facing Racial Biases16:48 Struggles with Support Systems19:57 Unexpected Relationship Surprises21:46 Navigating Autism and Racial Bias21:59 Support from the Autism Community23:21 Challenges of Self-Care24:30 Advocating for Services26:08 Becoming an Author29:53 Sharing the Journey33:29 Advice for Struggling Moms38:47 Concluding Thoughts and GratitudeIf you found Tanasha'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!Connect with Tanasha:Instagram: www.instagram.com/ausomemom1991Instagram: www.instagram.com/ausomemom91Tik Tok: ausomemomYouTube: ausomemomTo purchase Tanasha's book on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Making-Sense-Sensory-Parents-Spectrum-ebook/dp/B0FHKZ6LVK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2P4OEQQ3ATLWV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XGQmR0r9RqwNPl_ByTiYzQ.u9Tdym2TqEITUvzf8WnExI0RUuR59ZXiemGVhsx0XiE&dib_tag=se&keywords=making+sense+of+sensory+tanasha&qid=1765845306&sprefix=making+sense+of+sensory+tanasha%2Caps%2C87&sr=8-1FOLLOW US:Instagram: www.instagram.com/theabmpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/theabmpodcastTik Tok: autismforbadassmomsYouTube: autismforbadassmoms