Ep. 27 - Autism in Boys: Motherhood, Resilience & Raising Four Sons with Christin, The Lady of Knots
The MOOBmentShow Notes
Why are boys diagnosed with autism more often than girls? What are the early signs? And what does life look like afrer a diagnosis? What happens when life doesn’t unfold the way you imagined?
In this heartfelt conversation, Laurie Ann sits down with Christin, founder of The Lady of Knots and proud mom of four boys, to talk about motherhood, raising a son with autism, finding strength in the unexpected, and discovering beauty in life’s tangled moments.
Together, they explore the emotional journey of receiving an autism diagnosis, how siblings are shaped by the experience, the importance of community, and why letting go of perfection can open the door to deeper joy.
Whether you’re raising boys, navigating special needs, or simply trying to untangle life’s challenges, this episode is filled with honesty, hope, laughter, and encouragement.
In This Episode
● Raising four boys ● Receiving an autism diagnosis ● Supporting siblings in a family with autism ● Motherhood and resilience ● The story behind The Lady of Knots ● Finding purpose through life’s unexpected twists ● Why community matters for every mom
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