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 1, 2023
Sheletta announces new book, coming soon...
Dec 1, 2023
Dec 1, 2023
21 min
Sheletta refuses to allow the "book-banning-crowd" to stop her from being creative. She announces on the latest episode of her autism podcast that she's working on a book to help normal developing kids who have siblings on the spectrum.

Nov 20, 2023
Help for the holiday blues...
Nov 20, 2023
Nov 20, 2023
24 min
Sheletta chats with Jocelyn McQuirter at See Mental Health to help autism moms and dads deal with the holiday blues.

Nov 11, 2023
You can get vaccinated AND get a free turkey!
Nov 11, 2023
Nov 11, 2023
17 min
Just in time for Thanksgiving, Sheletta tells parents where they can get a free turkey and free vaccines for their kids on the latest episode of her autism podcast.

Nov 1, 2023
Nov 1, 2023
24 min
For National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Sheletta hosts a job fair for autistic adults. Two of the parents join her show to express their gratitude and appreciation for helping their speical needs children find work.

Oct 24, 2023
Getting healthy with HealtheMed
Oct 24, 2023
Oct 24, 2023
38 min
Sheletta chats with the Steve Pontius from HealtheMed about how their system helps parents who have kids with autism get access to doctors and therapists in their home.

Oct 15, 2023
Your autistic kid CAN go to college...
Oct 15, 2023
Oct 15, 2023
22 min
Your autistic kid can go to college! Sheletta chats with Dr. Buffy Smith at Dougherty Family College about how small class sizes and the individual attention they offer allows students with special needs to have success.

Oct 9, 2023
Step Afrika! comes to Northrop Auditorium
Oct 9, 2023
Oct 9, 2023
20 min
Step Afrika! comes to Northrop Auditorium this Friday. The performance celebrates African culture while educating people about the history of stepping in America.

Oct 1, 2023
First of its kind conference in Mankato...
Oct 1, 2023
Oct 1, 2023
22 min
A first of its kind conference is coming to Mankato on October 27 at the Harry Meyering Center to help parents, caregivers and individuals who use self-direction services.

Sep 24, 2023
Talking about the next COVID-19 vaccine...
Sep 24, 2023
Sep 24, 2023
25 min
The FDA has approved the next COVID-19 vaccine. These new shots are now arriving in our community, at your clinic or your doctor's office or your neighborhood pharmacy. These shots are updated to target new strains of the virus. I bet you have questions about this! I know I do. That’s why I’m glad to welcome Dr. Nathan T. Chomilo to the podcast.

Sep 16, 2023
Partnerships with a purpose
Sep 16, 2023
Sep 16, 2023
22 min
Sheletta talks to her friends from the Lacek Group about how their organization partners with Hammer & NER to help provide meals for adults with autism and other special needs.




