Taking Authority Over Autism
They call Sheletta Minnesota’s Autism Mom, not just because she has three kids on the spectrum, but because she’s an advocate for parents who have children with special needs. Each week, the best-selling author shares strategies for success on everything from finding scholarships to safety tips.
They call Sheletta Minnesota’s Autism Mom, not just because she has three kids on the spectrum, but because she’s an advocate for parents who have children with special needs. Each week, the best-selling author shares strategies for success on everything from finding scholarships to safety tips.
Episodes

Dec 10, 2024
New Indoor Playground for Kids with Autism
Dec 10, 2024
Dec 10, 2024
21 min
Sheletta chats with Josephine Martinez, the owner of a new indoor playground in Woodbury especially designed for kids with special needs.

Dec 3, 2024
Xfinity Customers Get Wicked Perks!
Dec 3, 2024
Dec 3, 2024
13 min
Sheletta chats with Rachel Johnson from Comcast about how you and your family can help spread holiday cheer for those less fortunate for Christmas and how signing up to being an Xfinity Rewards customer has some Wicked perks!

Nov 26, 2024
Santa Can Bring His Sleigh to Your House
Nov 26, 2024
Nov 26, 2024
10 min
After years of struggling to get her autistic kids to the mall to get pictures with Santa, Sheletta met Santa Clarence. He's a Minnesota based Santa who is more than happy to visit homes and has training in how to bring a season of joy in a sensory friendly way.

Nov 19, 2024
Nov 19, 2024
12 min
If your autistic child is old enough to vote and chooses to the absentee option, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon says it's important to make sure their signature on the ballot matches the signature on their identification, otherwise, it might get rejected.

Nov 12, 2024
Nov 12, 2024
20 min
Need help finding a way to relax from the stress of raising a child with special needs? Sheletta shows you how yoga is helping her stay calm and cope with the challenges of having three kids on the spectrum on the latest episode of her podcast.

Nov 5, 2024
You Are Not Alone
Nov 5, 2024
Nov 5, 2024
16 min
Sheletta says you don't have to feel isolated when caring for your autistic child and introduces parents to Family Voices of Minnesota, a place where they can find not just support, but friends.

Oct 29, 2024
Safe Halloween Fun for Special Needs Kids
Oct 29, 2024
Oct 29, 2024
19 min
Sheletta shows you how you can have a safe and fun Halloween with your special needs children.

Oct 22, 2024
Frasier Finds Ways to Help Others
Oct 22, 2024
Oct 22, 2024
26 min
Sheletta chats with Diane Cross from Fraser about their upcoming gala and how folks can make a difference in the lives of young people and adults with special needs.

Oct 15, 2024
Oct 15, 2024
13 min
Sheletta chats with Carolyn Allshouse about how Family Voices of Minnesota helps parents of kids with disabilities find their voice, and a few friends along the way.

Oct 8, 2024
Oct 8, 2024
21 min
Kids with special needs like autism often have other health challenges which can result in increased medical costs. Sheletta talks to Senator Liz Boldon about a new Minnesota law that helps families.




