Refrigerator Moms
Refrigerator Moms is the podcast where we delve into the theory, practice, and trending opinions of behavioral interventions, treatments, parenting, and family dynamics from the perspective of two moms of autistic adults.
Our podcast’s name, Refrigerator Moms, harkens back to Dr. Bruno Bettelheim’s debunked theory from the 1950s and 1960s, attributing autism to maternal coldness and a lack of bonding. We reclaim this term with irony, challenging outdated beliefs and honoring the resilience of mothers who’ve faced unjust blame.
In addition to dissecting autism-related topics, we’re on a mission to bridge social media silos that sometimes isolate us from one another. We’re committed to fostering a supportive community where moms can share experiences and insights without judgment or isolation.
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Lights, Camera, Autism! On-Screen Portrayals of Autistic Characters
Cold Hard Truths: Mom Friendships
Cold Hard Truths: Chatbots, Suicide, and SAINT
Something to See Here: Masking and Autism
Cold Hard Truths: What Would We Do? Social Media Edition 3
Cold Hard Truths: Acceptance
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA): As Easy as ABC
Cold Hard Truths: We Watched Trump's Autism Press Conference So You Don't Have To
Cold Hard Truths: Four New Subtypes, the Time Supplement, and Dogs
The Try-entific Method: Off-Label Interventions for Autism
Pathological Demand Avoidance AKA Autism
Cold Hard Truths - FAFO and What Would We Do? Social Media Edition 2
Cold Hard Truths: Panic Attacks, Non-Violent Communication, and the We Do Not Care Club
Out of Control: Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Panic Attacks
Cold Hard Truths: Gene Testing, Parenting Instinct, and Autistic Joy
A Tough Pill to Swallow: Medicating Autism
Cold Hard Truths: Responding to Social Media on Autism
Cold Hard Truths: Virtual Autism
Cold Hard Truths: Suggestions for RFK Jr.
Oh Brother! (and Sister!) Siblings vs. Neurodivergence
Blame, Shame, and the Guilt Game