Show Notes

Discover what’s possible when you acknowledge those who can’t speak for themselves.


How does having a son with profound autism shape family dynamics?


Eileen Lamb, an Autistic Self-Advocate and the mother of three children including a boy with profound autism, is back on the show to share some updates about her family and advocacy work. Eileen is also a writer, photographer, podcast host, and the founder of The Autism Cafe, a blog with articles and resources for other parents of children on the spectrum. 


This episode is part one of our conversation with Eileen. We discuss:



  • Her children’s development, progress and challenges, including her daughter’s selective mutism

  • Eileen’s two most recent books: And Yet - Here You Are and Be the One 

  • Lessons in motherhood

  • Personal growth and self-discovery

  • Advice Eileen would give to her younger self


To learn more about Eileen Lamb and her advocacy work, please visit The Autism Cafe.


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