Mighty Moms Podcast S3E1 with Mighty Mom Danielle Latham

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Send us Fan MailIn season three, episode one of the Mighty Moms Podcast, hosts Brina and Dee Dee—moms to sons Owen and Tad on the autism spectrum—welcome autism community influencer Danielle Latham to discuss her journey raising her son Van. Danielle shares noticing early developmental differences, Van’s autism diagnosis at about two and a half at Kennedy Krieger in Maryland, and how early intervention led to speech, occupational therapy, in-home Child Find services, and ABA support, including intensive work on potty training and ongoing bathroom challenges. The conversation explores grief around missed milestones, how autism “levels” can be confusing, and why focusing on individual needs can be more helpful. Danielle describes Van beginning to talk around age seven, faith and church experiences, self-care, and the importance of researching resources, applying for grants and waivers early, and getting on long waitlists. 00:00 Meet Mighty Moms00:30 Introducing Danielle and Van01:55 Early Signs and Diagnosis06:09 Diagnosis Process Then vs Now08:44 Autism Levels Debate15:12 Therapies and Child Find16:21 Potty Training Breakthroughs17:54 Bathroom Independence Tips20:29 Grief and Milestones23:57 Finding Joy and Hope26:04 Late Talking Breakthrough27:58 Repetitive Interests and Faith28:52 Church and Emotional Attainment30:41 Self Care and Support Systems34:18 Respite and Community Resources35:16 No Delay in Diagnosis37:12 Research and Advocacy Mindset40:36 What Mighty Mom Means43:38 Season Wrap and Sponsor MessagesThank you for watching Mighty Moms Podcast! If this episode touched your heart, be sure to like, subscribe, and share so we can continue reaching and encouraging more Mighty Moms and families. Until next time, remember: you are not alone, you are stronger than you know, and you are a Mighty Mom!Support the showFollow us on YouTube, Facebook, & Instagram @MIGHTYMOMSPODCAST and on TikTok @MIGHTYMOMSBEYONDTHEPOD ------ LIKE, SHARE, & Support our Mission to create a Worldwide Cult of Autism Moms!

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