← Autism Parent Club2 Jul · 29 min
94. Should I Push My Autistic Child Outside Their Comfort Zone?
<p><strong>Welcome to the Autism Parent Club Podcast!</strong></p><p>Are you parenting a child with profound autism or navigating life with a non-verbal teen who requires 24/7 care? You’ve found your people.</p><p><br></p><p>We’re Chris and Becky—parents to an 19-year-old son diagnosed with Level 3 autism, sometimes referred to as severe or profound autism. Each week, we share real-life stories from our journey parenting a child with high support needs, including sensory challenges, communication barriers, meltdowns, medical visits, and meaningful milestones.</p><p><br></p><p> <strong>In this episode:</strong></p><p>As parents of autistic children, we're constantly faced with difficult decisions: Should we encourage our child to try something new, or should we protect the routines and environments where they feel safe? In this episode, we explore one of the hardest questions in autism parenting—when to gently push your autistic child outside their comfort zone and when it's okay to honor their need for predictability and security. If you've ever wondered whether you're pushing too hard, giving in too easily, or simply trying to do what's best for your child, this honest conversation will remind you that there's rarely a perfect answer. We'll talk about the difference between discomfort and distress, how to recognize when growth is possible, and how to make decisions without carrying so much guilt. Whether you're parenting a child with autism, profound autism, or high support needs, this episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and reassurance that you're not alone.Email us: <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">unabridgedcoaching@gmail.com</a> </p><p>Facebook: <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Unabridged Life Coaching</a> </p><p>Instagram: <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">@autism_unabridged</a></p><p><br></p><p>Download my FREE guide: <a href="https://page.co/VDggyd " target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>5 Simple Steps to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed</strong></a> — your lifeline for regaining calm and clarity as an autism mom. </p><p><br></p><p>Visit <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">bridgeoutlet.com</a> to find inclusive, autism-positive clothing that promotes connection, acceptance, and unity. Let’s bridge the gap together.</p><p><br></p>
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