Do I Tell People My Kid Is Autistic?

Do I Tell People My Kid Is Autistic?

From Raising Autistic Disciples by Raising Autistic Disciples

February 7, 2026 · 42 min · Season 3 · Episode 16

About this episode

Larah and Colin discuss the challenges of disclosing a child's autism diagnosis and share practical advice for parents.

Welcome back to Raising Autistic Disciples! After a full year away from the mic, Larah and Colin Roberts are back with a "year in review" catch-up, a few honest laughs (yes… including the legendary Pooper Bowl anniversary), and a question Larah gets from other Christian parents all the time: "I struggle to tell people my son has autism. I want him treated like every other child. How did you handle this?" In this episode, Larah and Colin talk through the tension so many parents feel: wanting to protect your child from being defined by a diagnosis, while also realizing that hiding it can create more exhaustion, confusion, and isolation. They share practical ways they've learned to talk about autism in trusted circles, what to do when people respond with ignorant or hurtful comments, and why the gospel gives us freedom to be honest without shame. They also preview what's coming this season, including conversations with autism moms, church leaders, and friends with different perspectives—because we can disagree and still be kind… and still worship together. In this episode, we talk about: * The one-year anniversary of potty training success (and why you should absolutely celebrate…

People in this episode

Hosts: Larah Roberts, Colin Roberts

Topics covered

  • autism
  • parenting
  • communication
  • Christianity
  • support
  • mental health

Keywords

  • autism
  • parenting
  • communication
  • Christian parents
  • mental health
  • support
  • diagnosis

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