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Just Shae and Friends
by Shae
Welcome to Just Shae & Friends—a podcast for the misunderstood, the neurospicy, the moms who do too much, and the quiet folks with a whole lot to say. I'm Shae: Navy vet, autism mom, psychology student, and content creator just trying to make sense of the chaos.Here, I share real stories—from parenting my nonverbal-now-sassy son to finding my own voice through burnout, growth, and a little stubbornness. Sometimes it’s just me. Sometimes it’s a conversation. But it’s always honest, always human.No fluff. Just real talk, straight from the frontlines of figuring it all out.
Episodes
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Raising a Child You Can’t Take Your Eyes Off
This episode is for parents who can’t relax. If you’ve ever felt like you couldn’t turn your head for even a second without something going wrong, this chapter will feel familiar. I talk about raising my autistic son during a season of constant movement and elopement. The fear underneath the...
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We Were Already Playing Catch-Up
This episode is the first chapter of my memoir, told out loud. When my kids came back to live with me, my son Ste’ce was six, in pull-ups, nonverbal, and already diagnosed with autism and an intellectual disability. I didn’t understand what that meant yet. Not because nobody told me, but because…
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Why Your Child Throws Things (And What Actually Helps)
Repetitive behaviors like throwing aren’t always random or defiant. Sometimes they serve a purpose, especially during moments that require focus or regulation. In this episode, I talk through why simply stopping a behavior can increase stress, how replacement behaviors can support safety and...
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Autism Detox Talk: Hope, Hype, and What the Research Says
In this episode, I talk about the popular “autism detox” trends—what they are, where the idea came from, and why I chose a different path for my son. I break down the difference between social-media detox routines and medical chelation therapy, explain what the research actually says, and share...
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When Your Autistic Child Won’t Eat (and How I Accidentally Raised a Foodie)
What do you do when your autistic child refuses to eat — or only eats the same three things? In this episode, I share how my son, Ste’ce, went from picky plates to loving food, without pressure or force. From babyhood dinners with our big cultural “village buffet” to the green bean trauma that...
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How to Help Your Child Use Their Communication Device
Ever feel like you already know what your child is saying without words? That’s not magic — that’s mom intuition. In this episode, I share how I turned that gift into real communication practice with my son. We’ll talk about: • Different ways nonverbal kids communicate • How to turn silent…
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Meltdowns, Misunderstandings, and Moving Forward
When my autistic son had a meltdown on camera and later apologized, people assumed I didn’t discipline him. Let’s clear that up. In this episode, I break down what an autistic meltdown really is, why discipline has to wait until calm returns, and how to respond in ways that actually help. Whether...
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When Your Child Won’t Sleep in Their Own Bed (Or Destroys It)
Some kids won’t sleep in their own bed… others dismantle it like it’s their part-time job. In this episode of Just Shae and Friends, I share my experience with my son Ste’ce (yes, he took his bed apart too), along with strategies I’ve learned from ABA training and my RBT sister. We’ll talk about:...
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When Your Autistic Child Hits: Safety First
Hitting can be one of the toughest moments to handle as a parent—especially when your child is autistic and struggling to communicate. In this episode, I share what I’ve learned from ABA training and from my sister, who’s an RBT, about keeping yourself safe and helping your child find safer ways…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Just Shae & Friends—a podcast for the misunderstood, the neurospicy, the moms who do too much, and the quiet folks with a whole lot to say. I'm Shae: Navy vet, autism mom, psychology student, and content creator just trying to make sense of the chaos.Here, I share real stories—from parenting my nonverbal-now-sassy son to finding my own voice through burnout, growth, and a little stubbornness. Sometimes it’s just me. Sometimes it’s a conversation. But it’s always honest, always human.No fluff. Just real talk, straight from the frontlines of figuring it all out.
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What is Just Shae and Friends about?
Welcome to Just Shae & Friends—a podcast for the misunderstood, the neurospicy, the moms who do too much, and the quiet folks with a whole lot to say. I'm Shae: Navy vet, autism mom, psychology student, and content creator just trying to make sense of the chaos.Here, I share real stories—from...
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