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What's it really like to grow up alongside a nonverbal autistic sibling?

In this deeply personal episode, my son Ash opens up about his childhood with his brother, Brennan who lives with severe, nonverbal autism. From moments of joy and connection to the fears no one talks about, Ash shares the honest, beautiful, and sometimes heartbreaking truth of being a sibling in an autism household.

If you're parenting multiple kids or wondering how autism impacts the whole family this conversation will speak directly to your heart.

Watch this episode of The Other Side of Autism: Growing Up Beside Autism: A Brother's Loving Perspective.

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Ashton Dunlap has always played a loving and supportive role in his family, especially as a big brother. From a young age, he was the one helping, teaching, and reading to his brother, always showing up with patience and care. His heart for others shines brightest in the way he's been there through every moment—quietly guiding, encouraging, and standing by his brother's side. Ashton's presence in his family is a steady reminder of what it means to love deeply and unconditionally.

Leann Tristan is a devoted mother of two boys and a passionate advocate for personal growth and family-centered living. After relocating from Oregon to Arizona, she embraced a new chapter focused on health, mindset, and entrepreneurship. Her journey has been shaped by a desire for more time, freedom, and presence with her children. Leann brings a heartfelt perspective on parenting and the daily realities of raising kids, including navigating life on the autism spectrum.

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