Talk To Me Sis Moms of Complex Support Needs Autism #4: Staying Feral With Mrs. Get Burly | Talk to Me Sis #23
Aug 7, 2025
Ashley Caron, known as Mrs. Get Burly, is a passionate advocate and mother navigating the complexities of raising a non-speaking child with autism. She discusses the significance of fitness for mental health and shares relatable anecdotes about everyday joys and the emotional toll of parenting. The conversation dives into the struggles of securing early interventions and highlights the need for community support. With humor and vulnerability, Ashley emphasizes the importance of understanding, such as presuming competence in children with autism, and finding connection through social media.
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Birth and Sleep Struggles
- Stadler was born during a massive blizzard and never sleeps well since infancy.
- His chronic sleep deprivation severely impacts the whole family.
Navigating Diagnosis Delays
- Early intervention diagnosis often faces long waitlists, requiring persistence from parents.
- Parents should be proactive and flexible to find earlier appointments or cancellations.
Using Humor to Combat Stigma
- Public often reacts with shock or hate due to unfamiliarity with severe autism.
- Ashley uses humor and education as tools to break stigma and advocate for her son.
