The Birthday That Unraveled Everything
A nurse and mom's raw story about the birthday that shattered everything - how healthcare training failed to prepare her to recognize her own child's sensory overload and dysregulation
Christie is a neurodivergent mom, home care + hospice nurse, and founder of Stims + Smiles, writer of Behind the Stims. She shares the real, unfiltered truth about supporting neurodivergent kids—no toxic positivity, just practical wisdom and authentic connection.
"I'm Not a Therapist, But..."
You know that friend who always starts sentences with "I'm not a therapist, but have you tried...?" Well, that's me. Hi there.
Why I Won't Call Us "Neurospicy"
Why I Won't Call Us "Neurospicy": The Hidden Dangers of Cute Neurodivergent Language
Stop using "neurospicy" and other cute terms for neurodivergence. Learn why proper language saves lives and prevents long-term mental health crises in neurodivergent children.
About the Author: Christie is a neurodivergent mom, nurse, and advocate for evidence-based neurodivergent support. She shares real talk about neurodivergent parenting without the fluff.
How I Almost Missed This — and Why You Shouldn’t
I somehow missed my own podcast episode release. (Thanks, NYC chaos + trampoline install.) If you’ve ever been told “just wait and see” when your gut said “absolutely not”—this is for you.