273. Before You Ask Again: Give Them Time to Process

Not Your Average Autism Mom · Sep 3, 2026 · 22m

You ask your child a question. You wait a beat. Then you ask again, explain it differently, or add another direction.

But what if your child is still processing the first thing you said?

We’re back with brand-new episodes after our BEST OF Summer series! I’m sharing a quick update on my recovery from hand surgery and basal cell removal on my nose, then getting into a conversation that’s especially useful as school routines begin.

In this episode, we’re talking about slow processing and what happens between your question and your child’s response. As a fast processor raising Jordan, who needs…