Episode 103: How to Be Your Autistic Child’s Safe Base

How do we become the kind of parent our kids actually need—especially when they’re autistic, neurodivergent, or simply wired differently than we expected? This episode unpacks one of the most essential but often misunderstood parenting skills: attunement—or simply, tuning in.

Whether you're raising an autistic child, have ADHD yourself, or just sometimes feel out of sync with your kid, this conversation offers the clarity, tools, and perspective to shift from confusion to connection.

What You’ll Learn:

• What attunement really means—and how it can prevent trauma

• How to read a child’s unspoken cues and respond in a way that builds trust

• Why kids don’t need to be “fixed”—just seen, heard, and accepted

• The role of boundaries, validation, and emotional presence in strengthening the parent-child relationship

• Simple, actionable steps to help children feel safe to be exactly who they are

Rooted in both clinical insight and lived experience, this episode is practical, heartfelt, and deeply affirming. A powerful reminder that perfection isn't the goal—presence is.

Why Listen:
For any parent wanting their child to grow up knowing they are enough—without having to perform, mask, or change to be loved—this episode is a must-listen. Especially valuable for those raising autistic or neurodivergent children and seeking to build emotional safety, resilience, and lasting connection.

Show Notes:
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