102. Who Cares for the Caregiver?
· 35 min · Episode 102
Episode 102. Who Cares for the Caregiver?
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Are you parenting a child with profound autism or navigating life with a non-verbal teen who requires 24/7 care? You’ve found your people.
We’re Chris and Becky—parents to an 19-year-old son diagnosed with Level 3 autism, sometimes referred to as severe or profound autism. Each week, we share real-life stories from our journey parenting a child with high support needs, including sensory challenges, communication barriers, meltdowns, medical visits, and meaningful milestones.
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In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when the caregiver suddenly becomes the one who needs care. When Chris unexpectedly had a health scare, our family was faced with a frightening medical emergency—and a whole new set of questions about safety, caregiving, and what would happen to Bridger if one of us suddenly couldn’t be there. We talk about the fear and vulnerability that came with the experience, the unique challenges of raising a profoundly autistic child, the reality of being the primary caregiver, and the uncomfortable “what ifs” many autism parents carry quietly in the back of their minds. Most of all, this episode is a reminder that caregivers matter too—and sometimes taking care of our children means taking care of ourselves.
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