Chelsea's Vocation

03/11/2026

Ever felt like your child’s care would be better if folks just talked to one another? Here’s how Chelsea used the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Medical Home Model to structure the chaos of her son’s care management.

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Remember, it’s okay to roll up your sleeves and advocate for what your child needs.

03/02/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! Governor Tony Evers has officially proclaimed March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in Wisconsin! The month/proclamation is meant to raise awareness about the contributions people with developmental disabilities make in all areas of community life, as well as awareness to the barriers that people with disabilities still face in connecting to their communities. You can read the full proclamation below.

We will be sharing posts on our social media to celebrate DDAM so stay tuned.

Proclamation:https://wi-bpdd.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/030126_Proclamation_DDAM.pdf

Alt Text: A picture of the proclamation document from the Governor's office for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 2026.

02/26/2026

Want to be a guest on the ? Chelsea is looking for folks, especially autistic people, for the following topics:
• diagnosis disclosure
• female presentation of autism *
• autism & crisis management *
• interoception *
• clear expectations
• bullying & autism
• believing autistic people
• executive function
• friendship

* indicates educators, therapists, and medical service providers welcome!

Send a message or email if you're interested.

02/25/2026

🌈 Becoming is hard for anyone, and it’s even tougher to do so in a world not built for you. The challenges autistic individuals face as they become who they’re born to be are many, but the beauty this young woman embraces has us cheering her on!
📝 Layne takes center stage in this episode as she shares her intensely personal yet oh-so-relatable poem on self-awareness and discovery.
🥰 Let’s support one another in this journey of self-love!
🫶 Please show Layne some love by commenting!
💬 What’s one thing you appreciate about yourself?

02/22/2026

Meet Layne. She is a 20-year-old queen 👑 who’s already rocking Chelsea’s world with her poetry. And just listen to her giving us all a self-affirming word! 😍More in this week’s podcast episode, “Becoming While Autistic”.

02/11/2026

🤔 What if the way society is structured magnifies challenges for autistic folks?
The social model of disability contrasts with the medical model, which has largely formed the perception of autism. Understanding what that has to do with ableism can help us reposition our interactions with autistic people.
❓ Have you experienced or witnessed ableism? Share your story with us!
Advocacy ChangeMakers Awareness Inclusion Empowerment

02/04/2026

A great opportunity to learn from Wisconsin Family Ties!

Upcoming Parenting Webinar
No More Guessing Games:
Clear Steps to Handle Meltdowns with Compassion
Date: February 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST
Format: Live webinar via Microsoft Teams

We are thrilled to welcome special guest speaker Megan M. Hamm, Ed.S, LPC-S, RPT. Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist with over eighteen years of experience helping families navigate behavioral challenges. She is the owner of Time For A Change Counseling, LLC. With specialized training in trauma and attachment, Megan’s approach is rooted in understanding the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and empowering parents and clinicians with practical strategies to address them.

What We’ll Cover:
This webinar is designed for caregivers who want clear, practical steps to respond to big behaviors without yelling, shutting down, or second-guessing themselves. You’ll learn how to understand what’s underneath the behavior, stay grounded in the moment, and respond in ways that reduce escalation and build connection. Walk away with tools you can use immediately to bring more calm, clarity, and confidence into your home.

Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

02/01/2026

It’s good to try new things, but it’s important to honor a child’s protest, too. Part of building healthy relationships is believing a child’s big feelings.

01/28/2026

🌡️ Are you a thermostat or a thermometer in your home? Which do you think better sets up your autistic child for success?

As parents, we can help regulate our kids’ nervous systems by creating safe spaces and accommodating their needs.

🧰 Could you use some strategies to help your child succeed at home, school, and in the community? Listen to this episode and share your favorites in the comments!

01/28/2026

In this week’s episode, Chelsea offers ways families can set up children for success at home, school, and in community outings. This clip might be a hot take on FBAs, or functional behavioral analyses. Entire episode available across platforms Wednesday, 1/28/26.

01/24/2026

“Respected”

As Chelsea’s son Justus has settled into his 20s, being respected is a non-negotiable for him. Think of all the times he was disrespected as a child; whether he was …
🤨 not believed
😞 bullied, marginalized, or left out
😡 deprived bodily autonomy
😰 physically moved by an adult despite his protest
😓 laughed at or mocked
… it all felt like disrespect.

And he won’t tolerate it anymore.

So the profound truth of this message
“Every child
deserves to feel
accepted
safe 🌞 loved
respected
and supported”
just hits Chelsea differently now.

🤍🤍🤍🤍

01/23/2026

Let’s goooo! 2K downloads & views, top 10 episodes, states where you can spread the word, and topics for this year that Chelsea needs guests for.