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Welcome to Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism. Join Michelle Chabolla as she shares her journey raising a child with autism, navigating challenges, celebrating victories, and embracing rewards.
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Autism Fatherhood & Finding Community with Dr. Jonathan Chism | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 29 (opens the original)
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In Episode 29 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism , Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson welcome Dr. Jonathan Chism , co-founder of the Autism Dads Social Club, for an honest conversation about raising his non-speaking autistic son. Jonathan shares his journey from diagnosis and uncertainty to acceptance, advocacy, and connection—and explains why community is so important for fathers navigating autism. This episode is proudly supported by Gregory’s Special Creations : www.gregorysgifts.com #Au
Finding Strength in the Unexpected with Susanna Peace Lovell | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 28 (opens the original)
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In Episode 28 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson are joined by author, coach, and fellow autism mom Susanna Peace Lovell for an honest conversation about raising her daughter, Arizona, navigating the unexpected, and learning to care for yourself while caring for someone you love. Susanna shares her journey through diagnosis, advocacy, self-care, building a support system, and helping other special-needs families feel less alone. Learn more about Susanna a
Friendship, Inclusion & a Calling to Teach with Allysen Ortega | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 27 (opens the original)
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In Episode 27 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism , Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson welcome Allysen Ortega , Gregory’s friend since fifth grade and now a special education teacher. Allysen shares how her friendship with Gregory inspired her career and shaped her commitment to inclusion. They also discuss Unified programs, IEPs and 504 plans, school evaluations, and the importance of strong partnerships between parents and educators. This episode is proudly supported by Gregory’s Special C
Inclusion, IEPs & Helping Kids Thrive with Kelli Fortner | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 26 (opens the original)
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In Episode 26 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism, Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson are joined by Kelli Fortner, principal of Quitman Elementary, for a real-world look at special education, inclusion, and supporting students at school.Inspired in part by growing up alongside Gregory, Kelli shares why she entered special education and how schools are moving toward more individualized support, higher expectations, and inclusion.They also discuss IEPs, early intervention, parent-school commun
High School Success with Doris Champlin | Beyond Expectations Podcast Ep. 25 (opens the original)
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In Episode 25 of Beyond Expectations: Parenting Autism , Michelle Chabolla and Sean Dobson are joined by Doris Champlin , Gregory's former high school paraprofessional, for a heartfelt conversation about inclusion, advocacy, and helping students with autism succeed in school. Doris shares what it's really like supporting students with special needs, why communication between parents and educators is essential, and how focusing on life skills, independence, and confidence can make a lasting impac
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