Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism
Welcome to Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism.
Join Michelle Chabolla as she shares her personal journey of raising a child with autism, navigating the challenges, celebrating the victories, and embracing the rewards along the way. This podcast offers honest conversations, real-life experiences, and support for families and individuals impacted by autism.
Whether you are a parent, caregiver, educator, or simply someone who wants to better understand autism on a personal level, this channel is a place for connection, encouragement, and learning.
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Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism
Latest Episodes
A 40-Year Friendship That Redefines What’s Possible | Kam & Mike | Episode 30
What does a genuine, lifelong friendship look like?In Episode 30 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Kam and Mike share the story of a remarkable friendship that has lasted more than 40 years. Their conversation reminds us of the ...
Autism Fatherhood & Finding Community with Dr. Jonathan Chism | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 29
In Episode 29 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson welcome Dr. Jonathan Chism, co-founder of the Autism Dads Social Club, for an honest conversation about raising his non-speaking autistic ...
Finding Strength in the Unexpected with Susanna Peace Lovell | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 28
In Episode 28 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson are joined by author, coach, and fellow autism mom Susanna Peace Lovell for an honest conversation about raising her daughter, Arizona, navigating the une...
Friendship, Inclusion & a Calling to Teach with Allysen Ortega | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 27
In Episode 27 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson welcome Allysen Ortega, Gregory’s friend since fifth grade and now a special education teacher.Allysen shares how her friendship wi...
Inclusion, IEPs & Helping Kids Thrive with Kelli Fortner | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 26
In Episode 26 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson are joined by Kelli Fortner, principal of Quitman Elementary, for a real-world look at special education, inclusion, and supporting studen...