Bongiwe ON being an autistic mom | Challenges | Wins

[@PriscaWhite-ql9pt]

As a mom to an autistic son, its been a lonely journey, however quite fulfilling as I have watched my son progress. I believe God intervened in the situation cos his initial prognosis was very discouraging. He is top of his class and is well regulated. He loves being around people but WILL NOT socialise with them. He is also very aware of people who find him irritating and he will avoid them. They are special people really. I have learnt so much from him. God bless you on your journey Bongiwe. Wish we could meet, I am not on Tik Tok, but am in Joburg, hope I will get infor on the support group too.

[@sipandrelax]

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[@mahlogonolophokanoka7183]

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[@Untamedsoull]

This is vey insightful. I just finished watching Atypical on Netflix, it's a perfect series to help understand Autism. From therapy, schooling ,working dating and independence as an Autistic person.

[@Liki_events]

Big Ups Promise, I think this is first South African Podcast to address autism... ❤❤❤You are doing a very good job 🌹🌹

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Thank you so much @Promise for having me on the show, as autism parents we thank you for opening up your platform for us

[@sisinyanamojatau3176]

My son is not autistic but please plan that play/lunch date, I'll be there. Love and light to you and your family❤

[@nthabisengmoshana8589]

Thank you for educating us

[@mmabathomofokeng1998]

I have a son who is autistic too.i found out when he was 3,he would Hurd himself, break things, didn't like to be in public or growd. It is 6 year later now since I found out ND it was so difficult living in the village where it is difficult to get help but now he's is so much better now than when I found out 6 years ago, he eats Food that he didn't want to eat then, he's going to a normal school but is not easy but teachers manage, he's in grade 2 now

[@Kgothatso_Lenkopane]

Finally someome who explains autism in a manner i can understand 👌❤Thank You Mrs Law for bringing in sis Bongiwe❤

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Glad i made it easy 😊

[@mahlogonolophokanoka7183]

I just thought of my nephew after watching this 😂 I wish I could tag my sister here. This was so eye opening, we take things for granted especially as blacks. Thanks so much!

[@fikilemahlangu8561]

I also wish I could tag a family member whom I've told their child may be on the spectrum but they are blatantly ignorant to the fact. It's so sad 😢

[@nobumasiziba1680]

As an openminded person, thank you Bongiwe for educating us. We appreciate your openness.

[@Unstoppablegoddess726]

Kids with Autism, Adhd, Add..are gifted kids..love them & support them @ all costs❤

[@katekilerakubu592]

This lady is well read, she knows her child's condition, knowledge is power Well done on this episode

[@patienceikombele9161]

Love the fact that you invested in learnings about your child condition. Thank you Promise for bringing this beautiful lady on your platform ❤️

[@lekolanetheministry8789]

I am a mother of an autistic boy, how overwhelmed I have been. Still am. But with time I'm learning to embrace and see the awesomeness in my son. He has taught me a lot. Thanx Promise for shining a light. I would say guys wen u experience a child having meltdowns be gracious, being overwhelmed by the child and the comments of people can put mothers in a state of depression, or end up not wanting to take their kids anywhere.and that will not be fair to the child. They still need to experience life. Be gracious. Spread love.

[@forgivewilson9000]

As a mom with a son on the spectrum, I had to block out society and focus on what my child needs and not what people think. Having this mindset has allowed my son to achieve tremendously. I and my husband are his biggest advocates. I don't treat my child as one with disability. I talked to him a lot and asked him about school as if he could talk back to me. Now he can, and I'm amazed at his progress. Don't give up, mom, and know it will get better. I've met moms that their child had the diagnosis but no longer on the spectrum.

[@priscillamatjila2650]

I remember the video you posted about the autistic child. I saw this episode coming because you were so touched. My child is autistic so thank you for this❤

[@sibongisenisakhele3114]

Thoroughly enjoyed this discussion. So educational and empowering!

[@globalmediaentertainment6557]

Im so obsessed with your channel ,I think you are a good interviewer

[@Kgothatso_Lenkopane]

She is ...I love her expressions they aren't forced ❤

[@Yeye__]

Yes and the other thing she is a good listener which is necessary for conversations

[@Ownnarrativepodcast]

Thank you so much guys i appreciate your feedback ❤

[@highandmightyqueen79]

Very informative i love it when such guests come by offering this knowledge you are saving someone's marriage especially a couple dealing with any type of disability or condition that their child has.

[@roseshianah6220]

Very informative episode. Thanks Bongiwe and Promise, fantastic work ladies.

[@nontokozondhlovu670]

Thank you for this episode,took me through a roller coaster of emotions as I’m also currently going through the same thing with my 4 year old son. We are in therapy and I hope one day we will figure it all up

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@boitumeloratshefola2508]

My son has the symptoms but hs speech is now 100% @ 5years he improved a lot.

[@phemelomorake4711]

Does he go to speech therapy

[@dorahmohlala8885]

Does he have a Speach therapy,if so please provide contact

[@sindiswanyandana1423]

Very insightful & educational thanks & all the best Bongiwe

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Thank you

[@yvennemathabela2157]

My cousin was first diagnosed with Autism but later on it was figured he actually had ADHD and coming to learn about these diagnoses made us to educate ourselves and at any given time I always want to teach people about this …. Thank you for this and I hope a lot of people learn from this

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@gugulethumolapo5846]

Thank you Promise for touching on this , i dont feel alone.I had to move my son to a special needs school which caters for Autistic kids,with consistant speech and occupational therapy. I wish we could have aid as the schools are expensive. I honetly love and appreciate you for sharing. Thank you!!!!!

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@MariaRefiloe-j9n]

Thank you dear may God bless you

[@MatshidisoHlangwane]

Thank you for this info It's realy helping even to those who don't have autistic kids To be a helping hand to those around us thank you I'm taking notes❤❤❤❤

[@zaneleluhabe8863]

Beautiful interview ❤so informative. Thanks Promise,truly enjoyed.Akwandwe ladies❤❤❤

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@nqobilelatoya1544]

The first time I've heard of autism, I googled it and I still didn't understand what it was exactly, today Bongiwe explained it so well I have insight of the disability. Thank you so much for this information 🙏🏿❤ and for explaining it so well

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@promisekomani]

Thank you so much for this mommy ❤

[@evodiandumo4248]

Im learning alot. Thank you❤

[@sheilamogadime8681]

My heart just literally dropped, I am taking my daughter to my gp for a referral to see a neurodevelopmental pediatrician. The systems you have literally described are exactly as my daughters. Thank you for this episode Mrs. Law and your guest for shedding more light.

[@lebogangshirley3220]

Well done on this topic. Learned alot

[@khensybakes]

Very insightful. My child was in daycare with an autistic child, the parents and I became good friends. I started to learn a lot about autism. Recently they’ve been raving about the miraculous effects of camel milk in individuals with autism. Please try it mommy.

[@bongim1383]

Where do they get it? I have heard about it but couldn't find it in SA

[@ayandiswazibi1824]

So informative, thank you ❤

[@AmyMapena]

This was very informative. I for one was very clueless and learnt from this.

[@Deliathobejane-qo6ys]

Such an educational episode 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼well done mommies, we learn every day hey ❤️especially because In this life God decides, you just never know what tomorrow holds. ❤️❤️❤️

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Much appreciated 😊

[@pollymokgabudi90]

Very informative session 👏🏾

[@ChristinaChitaka]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I am also in the same situation. I know my son has autism but l didn't know what this word means. Thank you ❤so much l really learn a lot

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Early intervention is important. Please take the child to a development pediatrician

[@lydiashikongo9090]

This was very informative, thank you.

[@promisemunenyiwa9472]

the lady is brilliant

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Thank you

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@nosiphoradebe6297]

So happy to see women supporting women. I expected this to be about women who tolerate cheating spouses.

[@asandamatolweni7081]

Autism is such a tough one, at times even the doctors dealing with our children are clueless...I mean clueless...so as we become more aware let's support each other. Help that mom u see a child with these symptoms with, that cousin who is struggling not knowing. Families who want to pray for our children ..bless them too...I am also a mom with my 1st born 14 year old boy being on the spectrum. It's been a journey, but easier when walked together

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

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[@matsilisotau6067]

My little is also autistic and epileptic,his speech is also affected. Thank u fr the video

[@lebohanglekoa9852]

Bongiwe explained everything so well, what an educational interview . Thank you Promise ❤

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Thank you

[@MariaRefiloe-j9n]

Thank you so much cc bongiwe you open my eyes I have a 5years old boy he is got autism

[@thathokuhlelihle]

This was so informative

[@phemelomorake4711]

Thank you Mommy, mine is also autistic. Most of the simptoms your son has my son also has but 1 thing about autistic kids they're very adoring and caring. They dont like noise as well.

[@bridgettemadiba9496]

Thank you so much mommies for an educational session❤

[@Ownnarrativepodcast]

Thanks for watching!

[@mphomakhubo4146]

They are not disabled, just say, they are different 🥰

[@gopolangmaphutha5823]

I have autism child..thank you promise i learned alot from this

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

🫂 you are not alone

[@Rele.S]

My boy just turned 2 and I'm always observing as well

[@mahlohonololebuso741]

I know about autism the spectrum. It's just that it's so rare in the black community. Either it's rare or people our community are not aware of it. Also the likes of Down Syndrome, ADD and ADHD. We still need education on neurological disorders as a black community.

[@PriscaWhite-ql9pt]

It used to be a rare condition even among whites but like everything else, its becoming more prevalant. Problem is with us black communities, we ostracize families with children who are different. The autistic children are labelled crazy or bewitched. Ive even heard others accusing the parents of using their child for rituals which explains the condition. Some children are hidden from society. But these children are out there, they grow and become adults, some wonder off and leave home and noone ever looks for them, others are killed by their own family members and its just swept under the carpet. Sad reality.

[@sazi7128]

This was the most beautiful show ever out of the ordinary.❤️

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Much appreciated

[@MariaRefiloe-j9n]

Thank you cc bogiwe

[@ngobeniboledimaggie]

Very informative 👏 👌

[@madialemotsiri586]

Ive learned a lot❤

[@ZiphezinhleCele]

Very interesting interview

[@nombekomonoalibe1934]

Hi dearest, thank you so much for the contribution into our society. My son is 32 turning 33 years this year.. My is a bit different because he was diagnosed with depression but unfortunately that time i was in hospital because i was involved in a car accident and since then he never be the shame. He was born 1010 1991 so he suffered from that too. I'm told that he was taken to a clinical phycology that's when he was diagnosed but the of my accident he was staying with my family because of work but my accident destroyed I had a car accident 2003 and discharged after 2 and a half years because of what I've encountered during the period of the accident. Now i am sitting with my son of which is the first born and he can't read and write Dr's are saying the is a part of his brain which is damaged and there are nothing they can do. Kindly please help me because in that accident i was badly affected I'm wheelchair bound for now i lost my left leg and i am too dealing with an extreme PANIC ATTACT I am 53 years of age now but i have 4 handsome tall... Their ages are 33 26 and 24 I really need your help.. I

[@MapulaPhifadi]

@bongiwe Proud of u sis❤❤❤

[@NotAdisabilitybutAbility]

Ngiyabonga

[@hlengiweyourstruly]

I learnt a lot, I'll be more mindful now

[@matomeboshego63]

Sounds like someone's son, I have always been scared to ask questions.

[@madialemotsiri586]

Symptoms of autism are there from birth, just that if u don't know u won't know or notice, my son was a baby with no smile, no eye contact and I only realise now after having knowledge that those r some of de Symptoms.

[@shireenmonama5765]

Notification gang ❤❤

[@Ownnarrativepodcast]

Love to see it❤

[@shireenmonama5765]

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[@refilwegloria4284]

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[@MothebanesweetnessTlaka-ig3hk]

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[@bontlep9574]

Please use the term neurodivergent instead of disabled.

[@Mnm403]

Yooo promise your dress is giving money ,wife and dignity ❤❤❤

[@nombekomonoalibe1934]

@nombekomonoalibe❤ Good afternoon dear i love what you doing I've sent you my son. Keep up the good work that you doing ❤❤❤❤

[@MariaRefiloe-j9n]

Thank you cc bogiwe

[@nantie_tsoku]

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