Mom on the Spectrum

UPDATE: You can watch the replay here: www.facebook.com/share/v/191U8attah/

I'm partnering with ‪@AutismConnect‬ for a free 20-minute livestream over Autistic Inertia and Demand Avoidance, two concepts that have helped me tremendously in understanding life as an autistic adult.

When: Friday, June 19 @ 7 AM CT

I'd love for you to join us live via this link: www.facebook.com/share/1aDn42Ht9J/

6 days ago (edited) | [YT] | 129

Mom on the Spectrum

Happy Autistic Pride day to all who celebrate!

The LGBTQ+ community has so much overlap within our autistic community. Studies show that autistic individuals are anywhere from 3 to 5 times more likely to identify as LGBTQ+ than our neurotypical peers. (This particular study from Cambridge is very enlightening: www.cam.ac.uk/research/news/autistic-individuals-a…)

So however you choose to spend the day, please know you are loved and welcome here within the MOTS community.

💜 Taylor

6 days ago | [YT] | 1,730

Mom on the Spectrum

Hi everyone - there WILL be a video premiering today but I will not be doing our weekly Mental Health check in today. I am not really feeling up for being on camera, and honestly the transition into summer has been really tough. :( needing to create some more space to breathe and slow down.

Here is the link to today's video premiere though - would love to interact with you in the chat there at 2 PM CT today: https://youtu.be/5tGwfWAGIpI?si=uyVeB...

🫶

1 week ago | [YT] | 29

Mom on the Spectrum

I'm excited to share a new collab video with you featuring ‪@KearaGraves‬. Together we're exploring eating challenges, body image, and how autism complicates all of it.

Thank you to those of you who sent in questions for this topic! We will be covering a few of them during our conversation.


👉 I'd love for you to join us for the live premiere, Wednesday, June 3 at 2 PM CT. Here is the link! (You can go ahead and click the link then click the bell to be notified when it starts so you don't miss it - we'll have a live text chat going for anyone who wants to process together): https://youtu.be/du1tFjkSYcc?si=e8b2_...

#autism #eatingchallenges #arfid #bodydysmorphia

3 weeks ago | [YT] | 432

Mom on the Spectrum

🎉 There are only 3 days left to save 15% on all Mom on the Spectrum courses!

To celebrate 5 years of Mom on the Spectrum, all courses are on sale through the end of May.

Whether you've been wanting to:
✨ Learn how to unmask
✨ Better understand autistic inertia & demand avoidance
✨ Feel more prepared for meltdowns
✨ Or simply learn more about yourself and your autistic nervous system

Now is a great time to jump in.

Use code HBDMOTS at checkout for 15% off.

Thank you for being part of this community and supporting Mom on the Spectrum over the last 5 years. 💜

Learn more/enroll here 👉🔗 www.MomOnTheSpectrum.life/classes

3 weeks ago (edited) | [YT] | 102

Mom on the Spectrum

No new video or mental health check-in today - I’ve been sick this week and also close to burnout with it being the end of the school year for my kids. 🫶🏻

I’d love it if you want to check out a recent video of mine: The Differences Between Autism and Emotional Abuse. It’s an important topic! https://youtu.be/sJNX_HQZdwo?si=oZciJ...

4 weeks ago (edited) | [YT] | 498

Mom on the Spectrum

Making friends as an autistic adult can feel complicated.

A lot of spaces feel unpredictable. Fast-paced. Socially demanding. Like you’re expected to know exactly when to speak, how much to share, how to “fit in,” or how to keep up.

And even when you want connection, the pressure of being perceived, put on the spot, or expected to perform socially can make it exhausting before it even starts.

That’s a big part of why I created Connection Groups.

These are weekly discussion groups for autistic adults in a format intentionally designed to reduce social pressure and increase predictability.

You can:
🎧 listen only
💬 use text chat instead of speaking
🎥 keep your camera off
🖐 only participate when you want to

No cold-calling. No forced introductions. No pressure to socialize a certain way.

We talk about things like burnout, masking, relationships, boundaries, meltdowns, work stress, identity, nervous system overwhelm, and everyday autistic experiences with people who genuinely get it.

And now we’ve added a new Saturday option:
🗓 Saturdays at 10 AM CT

Current times:
• Tuesdays at 10 AM CT
• Wednesdays at 12 PM & 5 PM CT
• Saturdays at 10 AM CT (NEW)

If you’ve been craving connection but struggling with traditional social spaces, this may feel different.

👉 You can learn more or sign up here:
www.momonthespectrum.life/connection

1 month ago | [YT] | 327

Mom on the Spectrum

Hey members (and anyone thinking about becoming a channel member) 💛

I’d love your input on our weekly livestreams so I can make them more helpful and supportive for you.

1. What type of livestream are you MOST likely to attend?

• Casual life updates + chat
• Autism deep dives / teaching
• Q&A / advice style
• Nervous system support + gentle check-ins

2. What most often keeps you from joining live?

• Timing / schedule
• Low energy or burnout
• I prefer replays
• I’m not always sure what to expect from the stream

3. What would make the livestreams feel more valuable to you?

• More structure/topics
• More casual connection
• More interaction/questions
• Shorter, more focused streams

If you have any ideas, topics, or feedback, I’d genuinely love to hear it 💛

Thank you!

Taylor

1 month ago | [YT] | 122

Mom on the Spectrum

New video premiere tomorrow! 💙

Join me Wednesday, May 20 at 2 PM CT for a conversation all about regulating the autistic nervous system with special guest Dr. Anne Collins Duch.

We’ll be talking about:
• why traditional regulation advice often doesn’t work for autistic people
• sensory overwhelm & burnout
• vagus nerve support
• practical regulation strategies
• creating safety in the body instead of forcing calm

Would love to have you there live for the chat and community. ✨
👉 Link to watch: https://youtu.be/lwhoRFHGI44?si=7ip71...

🩵 Taylor

1 month ago | [YT] | 595

Mom on the Spectrum

TW: eating disorders, body image

Next week I'll be interviewing ‪@KearaGraves‬ for her insight on body image/food-related challenges as a neurodivergent person.

If you have a question you'd like us to address during our conversation, please leave it in the comments below.


These topics can be especially difficult for us to navigate, so please be mindful of this in the comments and only engage with respectful, thoughtful responses. Thank you!

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