Ep. 150 - Holding Down the Career While Holding Up the Family with Julia

In this powerful episode, host Rashidah sits down with Julia Faith Parker, a single mom from Memphis, Tennessee, who opens up about navigating her son Shamar's autism diagnosis, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and what it truly means to pour from an empty cup. Julia's story is raw, relatable, and full of gems for every autism mom who's ever felt alone in the journey.In this episode, we discuss:0:00 — Meet Julia from Memphis, Tennessee 1:04 — Shemar's early development and red flags1:55 — Born during the pandemic3:54 — Shamar is diagnosed with autism at age 3 — and Julia breaks down10:24 — Closing the business17:26 — Moving back to Memphis18:22 — Starting school & navigating the ABA waiting lists25:15 — Julia's biggest regret41:39 — What about Julia? How she carves out time for herself amid it all41:51 — The importance of being intentional: scheduling self-care 41:51 — Julia's vision for special needs families in Memphis41:51 — Advice for the mom who is alone with no support system46:03 — "Double P": Prayer + Positivity46:07 — What makes Julia a Badass Autism MomConnect with Julia:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1juliafaith_Facebook: Julia Faith ParkerAutism for Badass Moms is the award-winning podcast where no autism mom is left behind. Each week, host Rashidah shares honest conversations with mothers around the world of autism, advocacy, resilience, and the realities of raising neurodivergent children.Website: https://www.autismforbadassmoms.comFollow Autism for Badass Moms:Instagram: https://instagram.com/theabmpodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/theabmpodcast