In this episode of The Autism Mom Coach, Lisa Candera explores the common question autism parents ask: Am I expecting too much or not enough from my child? Learn how to stop parenting from fear and start leading with confidence and curiosity.
Are you constantly wondering if youre expecting too much or not enough from your autistic child?
In this episode, Lisa Candera, certified life coach and solo mom to a teen with autism, shares a relatable client story that illustrates this all-too-common parenting dilemma. She dives into the emotional rollercoaster of parenting an autistic child and explains how progress can trigger self-doubt, fear, and pressure to do morefast.
Listen in, as Lisa walks through why these reactions often stem from fear, not factand how shifting your mindset to one of confidence and curiosity can help you support your child in more grounded, effective ways.
In this episode, Lisa covers:
- The real reason this question shows up for so many autism parents
- Why fear-based parenting leads to burnout and inconsistency
- How to evaluate your childs readiness without panic or pressure
- The difference between curiosity-led parenting and comparison traps
- Why not every success needs to become a next step
