Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family and the spectrum

Brandi Hogan
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Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family and the Spectrum is a heartfelt, faith‑rooted podcast for autism families across the South. Host Brandi shares real stories from her life as an Alabama autism mom, blending encouragement, advocacy, and honest conversations about raising neurodivergent children. The show also features meaningful conversations with guests — autism moms, therapists, pastors, and community voices — who offer insight, support, and hope. From AAC communication and celiac‑safe living to church inclusion and navigating waitlists in the Shoals, this podcast provides connection, practical guidance, and Southern strength for families walking the spectrum journey with love and faith.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    E6: Where is our village

    Where is our village? For special needs families, the answer isn’t simple — but it is possible. In this episode, Brandi breaks down how caregivers can intentionally build the support system they need, starting with checking for existing local groups, creating new ones when needed, sharing resources, connecting with other parents, and partnering with churches to create inclusive ministries. She also explores the emotional weight that lifts when you finally talk with people who understand your journey. This episode is packed with real‑life strategies, faith‑based encouragement, and a closing prayer to strengthen every caregiver’s heart.

  2. Aug 22

    E:4 Back to school: Two very different worlds

    This Back‑to‑School episode dives deep into the unseen world of autism parenting. While other families shop for trendy outfits and take perfect first‑day pictures, we’re navigating sensory needs, difficult meetings, and the fear of school placement changes. I share Bella’s story — her move to a quieter Pre‑K class, her new teachers, her love for school, and the heartbreak of not knowing where she’ll go next year. This episode is full of honesty, humor, and hope, ending with a prayer over every child, every parent, and every classroom. If you need encouragement this season, this one’s for you.

  3. Aug 15

    E4: They tools autism parents discover

    In this episode, I open up about the tools and resources that have transformed our autism journey — from AAC devices to sensory supports to safety beds. I share how Bella’s pain, frustration, and elopement shaped our understanding of her needs, and how communication finally gave her relief. This is a raw, honest look at the things autism parents learn only by living it, and the hope that comes with finding the right supports.

  4. Aug 4

    E3: Early Intervention

    Brandi shares her daughter Bella’s personal and emotional early intervention journey that began at two months with severe torticollis. She describes the difficult but essential in-home stretches, in-clinic physical therapy, and the late milestones they faced as they worked to strengthen Bella’s muscles and develop movement and communication. The episode explains how Early Intervention provided PT, OT, and speech services, the practical tools and supports they used, and how Head Start embraced Bella’s needs when the local school system struggled to. Brandi emphasizes the importance of advocacy, resources, and transition planning into pre-K. Throughout the story, Brandi centers her faith, sharing how God guided them, comforted them through hard moments, and brought the right therapists and supports. She offers encouragement and a prayer for other parents navigating similar paths.

  5. Jul 23

    The early signs: When you start to wonder

    In this episode, I walk through our families experiences with early signs, evaluations, and the emotional weight of receiving an autism diagnosis reminding parents that their feelings are normal. This conversation reflects personal experiences only and should not be taken as medical advice.

  6. Jul 21

    Southern Autism Momma

    In this debut episode, Brandi shares why she created Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family, and the Spectrum—a place for real stories, faith‑driven encouragement, and honest conversations about autism. She introduces her children’s journeys and invites parents, teachers, and providers to join her in building a supportive community.

  7. Jul 21

    Southern Autism Momma E1

    In this debut episode, Brandi shares why she created Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family, and the Spectrum—a place for real stories, faith‑driven encouragement, and honest conversations about autism. She introduces her children’s journeys and invites parents, teachers, and providers to join her in building a supportive community.

  8. Jul 21

    Southern Autism Momma E1

    “In this debut episode, Brandi shares why she created Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family, and the Spectrum—a place for real stories, faith‑driven encouragement, and honest conversations about autism. She introduces her children’s journeys and invites parents, teachers, and providers to join her in building a supportive community.”

  9. Jul 21

    Southern Autism Momma E1

    In this debut episode, Brandi shares why she created Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family, and the Spectrum—a place for real stories, faith‑driven encouragement, and honest conversations about autism. She introduces her children’s journeys and invites parents, teachers, and providers to join her in building a supportive community.

  10. Jul 21

    Southern Autism Momma E1

    In this debut episode, Brandi shares why she created Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family, and the Spectrum—a place for real stories, faith‑driven encouragement, and honest conversations about autism. She introduces her children’s journeys and invites parents, teachers, and providers to join her in building a supportive community.

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Southern Autism Momma: Faith, Family and the Spectrum is a heartfelt, faith‑rooted podcast for autism families across the South. Host Brandi shares real stories from her life as an Alabama autism mom, blending encouragement, advocacy, and honest conversations about raising neurodivergent children. The show also features meaningful conversations with guests — autism moms, therapists, pastors, and community voices — who offer insight, support, and hope. From AAC communication and celiac‑safe living to church inclusion and navigating waitlists in the Shoals, this podcast provides connection, practical guidance, and Southern strength for families walking the spectrum journey with love and faith.

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