Nidia Heston: "Mama Fuego"

Season 2, Episode 24 —

This week on Mom's Favorite, Kim sits down with her longtime friend, Nidia, whose journey into advocacy began long before she became a mom.

Growing up as the oldest child in a Hispanic family, Nidia helped care for her younger brother with special needs. Those experiences shaped her perspective, inspired her career in mental health and special needs, and unknowingly prepared her for the day she would become the mother of a son on the autism spectrum.

In this heartfelt conversation, Nidia shares how she's navigated therapies, schools, diagnoses, and the challenges of raising a neurodivergent child—all while refusing to settle for anything less than the best for her son.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator, or simply someone who wants to better understand the world of special needs parenting, this episode is full of wisdom, hope, and encouragement.

💙 In this episode we talk about:

✨ Growing up with a sibling who has special needs

🧩 Raising a child on the autism spectrum

💪 Becoming your child's fiercest advocate

🩺 Working in mental health and special needs

🏫 Navigating schools, therapies, and support systems

❤️ The power of resilience, family, and unconditional love

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that while the journey may not be easy, no one fights harder than a parent who loves their child.

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