EPISODE · Jun 10, 2026 · 1H 10M
Episode 6: From Autism Mom to Autism Diagnosis
from The Imperfection Connection · host theimperfectionconnectionpodcast
In this episode of The Imperfection Connection, the Shut Up Sisters sit down with autism advocate and blogger Eileen Shaklee of Autism with a Side of Fries for an honest conversation about parenting an adult child with autism, navigating transition programs, and the fears that come with letting go. Eileen shares what it feels like to see her 21-year-old son understood, happy, and supported as he builds a life of his own. She also opens up about her own recent autism diagnosis and how it helped her better understand herself, her son, and the unique ways autism can show up in women. Whether you're parenting a child with autism, supporting a loved one on the spectrum, or simply trying to embrace your own imperfections, this conversation is filled with insight, hope, humor, and heart.
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In this episode of The Imperfection Connection, the Shut Up Sisters sit down with autism advocate and blogger Eileen Shaklee of Autism with a Side of Fries for an honest conversation about parenting an adult child with autism, navigating transition programs, and the fears that come with letting go. Eileen shares what it feels like to see her 21-year-old son understood, happy, and supported as he builds a life of his own. She also opens up about her own recent autism diagnosis and how it helped her better understand herself, her son, and the unique ways autism can show up in women. Whether you're parenting a child with autism, supporting a loved one on the spectrum, or simply trying to embrace your own imperfections, this conversation is filled with insight, hope, humor, and heart.
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