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Inchstones with Sarah | Autism Parenting & Neurodiversity Insights

Sarah Kernion | Profound Autism Mom and Advocate for Neurodiversity
Autism
Neurodiversity
Parenting
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Motherhood
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Inclusion
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Non-Speaking Autism
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Autism, neurodiversity, and parenting come together on Inchstones, where we illuminate the real lives of profound autism mothers and caregivers.

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Latest Episodes

caregiver stories, autism advocacy, inchstones, autism parenting, nonspeaking autism, inclusive employment autism, autism adulthood, disability employment, social enterprise autism, autism community support, autism motherhood, spelling to communicate... more

Autism motherhood often carries an unspoken fear about the future: what happens when childhood services end and adulthood begins? In this conversation, Sarah Kernion speaks with Kelly Castro about how that fear became the foundation for something lar... more

Autism parenting often places caregivers in prolonged states of stress, isolation, and emotional exhaustion. In this conversation, Sarah Kernion speaks with Jessica Patay, founder of We Are Brave Together, about the power of community support, emotio... more

Autism parenting often brings families face-to-face with emotional intensity—both in their children and within themselves. In this conversation, Sarah Kernion speaks with Laurie Dove about regulation, resilience, and the lived reality of raising chil... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Castro
Founder of Carson's Cookie Dough
Carson's Cookie Dough
Episode: Inclusive Employment with Autism Mom Kelly Castro with Carson’s Cookie Dough
Jessica Patay
Founder of We Are Brave Together, caregiver advocate
We Are Brave Together
Episode: Autism Caregiving and Community with We Are Brave's Jessica Patay
Laurie Dove
Founder of Everyday Autism Essentials, advocate and mother of children with autism
Everyday Autism Essentials
Episode: From Dysregulation to Connection: Autism Parenting and Emotional Support with Laurie Dove
Chloe Barnes
Founder of the Aletheia Project, caregiver and advocate for autism education
Aletheia Project
Episode: Beyond Stereotypes: Autism Parenting, Communication, and Community with Chloe Barnes
Cristina Gaudio
Legal Policy and Advocacy Fellow, National Council on Severe Autism
National Council on Severe Autism
Episode: Public Policy & Autism Parenting: The Truth About Support Needs with NCSA Fellow, Cristina Gaudio
Honey Rinicella
Executive Director of MAPS (Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs); founder of A Place to Breathe
MAPS; A Place to Breathe
Episode: From Autism Parenting to Advocacy: Honey Rinnicella on MAPS and A Place To Breathe
Jennifer Wallace
Autism mom and founder of Caleb's Courageous Travels
Caleb's Courageous Travels (Instagram)
Episode: Autism Parenting and Travel: Real Strategies, Inclusion, and Caleb’s Courageous Travels
Sara Intonato
Mother of a profoundly autistic, non-speaking son; founder of Autism Changemakers; speaker and coach
Autism Changemakers
Episode: Autism Parenting and the Nervous System: Why Change Starts with Us with Sara Intonato
Alex Vor
Marine Colonel and author of Speed Kills
OneLNG (guest role in episode discussion)
Episode: Autism Parenting Isn’t Linear: The OODA Loop, Orientation, and Reality

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Sarah Kernion
Host and primary voice driving the conversations around autism, neurodiversity, and parenting.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Celebrating inchstones with ABA Director Melanie

    For someone who’s been in the field of autism / ABA for 12 years, I can honestly say this podcast is incredibly impactful. Sara is an inspiration. Her authenticity, insight and ability to bring real meaningful conversations to the forefront is to be commended. This is a must listen for parents and professionals navigating the world of autism and neurodiversity

    Well done Sara and Mel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christine@TUT
    United States2 months ago
  • Inchstones is a gift

    Sarah Kernion brings grace, insight, and love to each episode. She embraces where parents are at and gives them tools and methods to make them feel less alone. She also uplifts listeners in such a genuine way. I’m so glad I found her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenna R. Jonaitis
    United States7 months ago
  • Fantastic show

    Sarah does a terrific job speaking about autism and neurodiversity with sensitivity and depth. Well worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nicolarosemce
    United States7 months ago
  • A must- listen for not only parents of neurodivergent children, but any parent and teacher.

    Being a guest on The Inchstones with Sarah Kernion was such a joy- as I knew it would be after knowing Sarah for the last 10 years. Listening to The Inchstones Poscast is like a warm (and informative) hug. Sarah has a gift for making her guests feel comfortable and truly heard. She asks thoughtful questions and her genuine curiosity brings out compelling and interesting stories from her guests. As a kindergarten teacher working with neurodivergent students, I felt so supported in sharing both th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A warm hug!
    United States7 months ago
  • Sarah is the “Yes, and…” advocate for our beloved profound autism community

    Sarah is a courageous, wise, compassionate truth-teller within this tumultuous, emotionally-fraught space of profound/severe/non-speaking autism.

    She models for all of us the sanity-saving, soul-soothing perspective that our kids of any age have their own divine gifts, quirks, preferences, desires, yearnings, and dreams for their lives, despite being highly impacted by the apraxia of severe autism.

    Severe or high-support-need autism is a neurological condition affecting how the brain and bod... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heidi Rome “Love, Don’t Fix”
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners praise the host's warmth, empathy, and ability to make guests feel heard.
Many listeners highlight the content as a helpful resource for understanding profound autism perspectives and advocating for change.
The show is valued for its honest conversations and practical takeaways for daily caregiving.
Episodes are described as insightful, supportive, and inclusive for families and educators.

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From Dysregulation to Connection: Autism Parenting and Emotional Support with Laurie Dove
Q: How did you become the mother who can harness regulation and share it so openly with others?
Laurie explains that her upbringing, empathy, and desire to model calm under pressure, combined with surrounding herself with experts and learning from her children, enabled her to develop and teach practical regulation strategies.
Inclusive Employment with Autism Mom Kelly Castro with Carson’s Cookie Dough
Q: What is your personal journey into motherhood and your connection to the autism community?
Kelly describes her three sons, the autism diagnosis for her youngest, and how those early experiences shaped her desire to create opportunities through Carson's Cookie Dough. She emphasizes turning worry into action, building skills, and using work-based learning to help others gain real-world employment.
Nonspeaking Autism and NeuroFit Connections: A Holistic Approach to Child Development with Dr. Timothy & Jackie Beck
Q: How do you translate clinic work into real life for families?
They discuss teaching parents to perform primitive reflex and core exercises at home, ensuring consistency, and coordinating ongoing work between home and center to reinforce progress.
Nonspeaking Autism and NeuroFit Connections: A Holistic Approach to Child Development with Dr. Timothy & Jackie Beck
Q: What is your why behind why you started NeuroFit Connections?
Dr. Beck explains that the motivation came from wanting to update protocols to provide the best care, driven by the belief that every child deserves access to the best possible treatment, regardless of verbal ability.
The Profound Autism Conversation We’re Not Allowed to Have with Tyler Hudson
Q: How do you balance advocacy for prevention with the lived realities and rights of autistic individuals?
We need to recognize the profound experiences of families and the voices of autistic individuals while clearly separating advocacy for prevention from eugenics, ensuring all stakeholders are part of the conversation without silencing those living with autism.

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What is Inchstones with Sarah about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on autism, neurodiversity, and parenting, with a focus on deep, personal stories from mothers and caregivers navigating profound autism. Episodes frequently explore routine, resilience, community support, advocacy, and practical insights for families, educators, and professionals. Across conversations, listeners encounter vulnerable, hopeful perspectives on inclusion, mental health, and navigating systems like education and therapy, often highlighting collaboration between families and clinicians or service providers. A notable throughline is the emphasis on listening to lived experiences, celebrating small victories, and building supportive networks for caregivers and their children. The host's warmth and openness tend to... more

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Recent guests on Inchstones with Sarah include:

1. Kelly Castro
2. Jessica Patay
3. Laurie Dove
4. Chloe Barnes
5. Cristina Gaudio
6. Honey Rinicella
7. Jennifer Wallace
8. Sara Intonato

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