Kate Swenson, creator of Finding Cooper’s Voice, shares insights from her new book Autism Out Loud, co-written with two fellow autism moms. Their powerful message? You’re not alone—there’s strength in community and the stories we share. The secret this week is… It’s Going to Be OK
Welcome to Episode 249 of Autism Parenting Secrets.
This week, we welcome Kate Swenson, creator of Finding Cooper’s Voice (with over a million followers) and author of the national bestseller Forever Boy.
Her newest book, Autism Out Loud: Life with a Child on the Spectrum, from Diagnosis to Young Adulthood, released in April 2025, brings together three autism moms—Kate, Carrie Cariello, and Adrian Wood—each offering an honest look into their parenting journey.
This book is raw and real. It explores the ups, the downs, and the everyday wins—along with the harder truths, like how a diagnosis impacts marriage, family dynamics, and mental health.
At its heart, it’s a powerful reminder that you’re not alone—and that there’s strength in community and our shared stories.
The secret this week is…
It’s Going to Be OK
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About Our Guest:
Kate Swenson is the creator of the blog and Facebook page Finding Cooper’s Voice. Her debut Forever Boy was a National Bestseller. She speaks regularly about autism, parenting, and motherhood, and is a contributor to TODAY Parents, The TODAY Show, and the Love What Matters blog. Her mission is to create a safe space for families of children and teens with special needs to come together and laugh, cry, and support each other. She lives in Minnesota with her family.
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