ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇

in this special episode, Dr. Tay shares a live coaching session with Winter, a mom of a 6-year-old autistic boy. listeners are invited inside a real, unscripted coaching conversation — one that mirrors the questions, emotions, and uncertainty so many parents carry quietly.

together, Dr. Tay and Winter explore what it’s like to sit with grief and acceptance at the same time, to question whether current supports are actually helping, and to feel the pressure to “do enough” while also wanting space to breathe. Dr. Tay helps Winter slow things down, name what’s coming up beneath the urgency, and reflect on what alignment, confidence, and quality of life could look like for her family.

this episode offers a window into how parent coaching can help you:

feel less alone in the emotional weight of an autism diagnosis
untangle urgency from what truly matters right now
experiment with supports without shame or fear of “getting it wrong”
build confidence in your instincts as your child’s parent
reconnect with yourself while still showing up for your child

if you’ve ever wondered what parent coaching actually sounds like — or wished for a space to talk things through out loud with someone who truly gets it — this episode is for you.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 introduction and episode overview

00:06 meet winter and her journey

02:52 navigating early diagnosis and initial support

04:02 challenges, grief, and emotional struggles

11:57 finding the right support and community

20:30 navigating autism as a first-time parent

20:43 the pressure of early intervention

21:53 the impact of how diagnoses are delivered

23:04 support systems and clinical care

23:47 parenting with confidence and love

27:09 concerns about the future

33:33 advocating for disability needs in public spaces

37:25 building community and self-advocacy

39:54 closing reflections and resources

RESOURCES

⚡️ Connect with Winter @aspectrumfueledpurpose

⚡️ Join EVOLVE: The Membership — a neurodiversity-affirming space for parents to find community, support, and ongoing learning on this journey, with the option to add on a 1:1 coaching session like this

⚡️ Learn more about Dr. Tay’s Whole Family Approach + other services at drtaylorday.com

⚡️ Continue learning + submit questions for future episodes:

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