Abbey Romeo: Life With Autism 

I love how her mom gives her time to answer, then asks if she wants her to help instead of just speaking for her.

I must praise how Abbey's mom has gone above and beyond not only to understand her child, but to help her advance in the world. A true example of a cheerleader. ❤

Aside from how great Abby is, can we acknowledge how elegantly Abby’s mom speaks? 😍

I’ve never seen 4 more genuine people sit down to talk than this:

can we just take a moment to appreciate how genuine tay and tay are with all guest no matter who they are! I love watching how accommodating you were towards abbey and his you changed the typical layout of your podcast to accomodate her.

I could listen to Abby talk all day. Her mother is also just as amazing. I can see where she gets it from. The tenacity and determination to be seen and heard is inspiring.

Bro I didn’t even REALIZE that Taylor Lautner was over there, that’s how magnetic Abbey is.

As a person with mild autism myself, I must say: Mr. and Mrs. Lautner, thank you for caring this much! it speaks volumes!

As a special needs mom, I smiled through this whole episode. Makes my heart so happy to see inclusion and acceptance through something like this!!! Thank you Tay & Tay! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

I really really love Tay. She is so genuine and kind and compassionate. Taylor too, of course. But Tay really shined in this episode and really showed what a wonderful person she is. Thanks for having such a range of guests. I learned so much from this.

I'm so excited for this. My 7 year old has autism and she's non verbal. She started speech in school when she was in kindergarten and now she's slowly speaking some words but still uses sign language mostly. Abby is a sweetheart. Love how she sheds light on autism.

I think this is the first time I’ve seen Abby’s mom have a chance in an interview to really, fully articulate her thoughts on the change to diagnostic criteria and interventions for autism and it makes me realize that she’s been misrepresented and judged really harshly when she actually has such valuable input about all of this. I hope she has more opportunities to speak about this and the Taylors knocked this interview out of the park in this regard.

This is the first podcast of The Squeeze that I’ve seen. I saw that Abby was going to be on. I then had the podcast pop up and I clicked right away. This was beautiful to watch you all. Abby is incredible and so is her mom! Tay and Taylor, thank you for showing such kindness to Abby and her mom and bringing awareness to Autism!

Abby’s explanation about how her mind works is amazing and educational. Tay and Taylor your kindness towards Abby and her mother was magical. ❤

At 47, I was recently diagnosed with Level 1 Autism (formerly known as Asperger’s Syndrome) and ADHD. For me, the diagnosis brought a profound sense of relief rather than happiness Christine understandably mentions she’s confused by newly diagnosed adults on social media sometimes express. My entire life, I watched others easily manage tasks that always seemed far more challenging for me. The relief comes from finally realizing that it wasn't about failing to keep up-rather, it was like I had been treading water with a weight tied to my leg, while others swam effortlessly beside me. I suspect that many who express joy in their diagnosis aren’t celebrating the disorder itself but rather the validation of a lifelong struggle-finding a reason for the pain, confusion, and challenges they've faced, much like difficulties Christine experiences as a parent and caretaker.

I cried watching this episode. As someone who has a child with autism and brothers on the spectrum, it means so much seeing this inclusivity on such a wonderful platform. Taylor and Tay- thank you for being the wonderful people you are! ❤

Abbey is SO articulate! She speaks so eloquently and describes her mindset with elegance and grace... She will continue to do great things

I'm a mom to an autistic little girl, and I always love seeing Abbey and her mom, and hearing what they have to say. ❤️

I love how Abby ask questions and pays attention.

Thank you so much for this episode! I've got AuDHD (Autism & ADHD) it wasn't until I was in my 20s that I found out even though I grew up hearing how I probably had Autism. Mine is considered more high functioning but I get overstimulated easily and go through periods where words just won't come out so I taught myself how to sign! Def related to music, that's how I learned when I was young things like my address and other information, my aunt would turn it into songs and walk around with me singing it until I memorized it. I am really glad that Abbey has such a wonderful and understanding mother! Christine did such a great job of explaining things. When I present outside, it may seem like I am not AuDHD but internally its a whole mess. That present at the end was so precious! Knitting helps a lot, for Abbey my advice to make the blanket is to either get baby blanket yarn and size 15mm needles so it comes out thick and fluffy, there's also some you can knit with your arms...or if all of that feels like too much, one of the tricks I've learned is to make a bunch of scarves the same size then sew them together and it's not as intimidating!

I was so relieved and happy by my diagnosis because I finally had the understanding for why I am the way I am, and it deeply helped me understand myself and how I interact with the world around me. Getting diagnosed is not always an earth shattering experience, for me it opened my worldview!

Thank you for showing that people can treat kindly and have conversations with people with autism ❤ my son is autistic and this is amazing!!!

Ran here to watch first thing this morning!! My 3.5 year old daughter reminds me so much of Abbey; you are such an inspiration and give me such huge hope for her future. She loves lion king and singing too💐

It explain to abbyes mom why it was a happy time for me getting diagnosed. Im a 22 year old female and was just diagnosed last year. It was an extremely stressful and overwhelming time aswell. And caused family issues since my mom always thought my behaviours were normal cause she does them too (idk if its from her adhd or if she is also on the spectrum). But i had faced soooo many issues growing up and never feeling like the other kids and always thinking something was wrong with me and struggling with communication and school, but being smart but failing classes, being talkitive but getting misunderstood. so to find out what it was and that its not something wrong with me and its just different has been so so validating. I think given how young abbey was it was prolly so different for you (worrying about what the rest of her life will be like). Where as as an adult whos had a lot of struggles and has been seen as different their whole life, its more a sense or relief.

I'm a 32 year old woman with a son who was diagnosed at 23 months old. He's currently 2½. After getting my son's diagnosis, myself and my family are fairly certain that I also likely have autism, but I've yet to be tested or diagnosed. I'd just like to say this, to sort of reply to Abby's mom: We're happy when we get the diagnosis because it opens doors. It explains behaviors we've had all our lives that we thought were just failings. It allows us access to therapies and resources that aren't available without the diagnosis. Also, I'm forever grateful to everyone who creates opportunities like this to give autism a platform and representation. The more we show people the full spectrum of autism, the sooner we can bring about acceptance and understanding. My son has been so, so lucky to receive his diagnosis so young, and receive services to help him, all before his second birthday even passed. So many other people are not as lucky, and they go through life struggling or feeling left out, frustrated, "weird", etc. I don't wish that on anyone and I pray someday, the whole wonderful, colorful spectrum of humanity is seen, understood, and accepted.

I could listen to abbey all day she’s so beautiful inside out and how smart she is. Also would like to say how sweet Taylor and tae are with who ever are on there show. Love you! 💜🥰

This made my day! My husband and I love Love of the Spectrum, especially being that our 5 year old is autistic. That show truly warmed our hearts and I thank you for having Abbey and her incredible mother on your podcast. You guys were so respectful and engaging with Abbey. The amount of awareness and acceptance happening for those on the spectrum gives me so much hope for our son’s future! He’s amazing 🫶🏻

This make me happy as someone who has disability watching them accommodate her and letting her talk even if it tangent was amazing. I wish more people were like Tay and Taylor.

Love On the Spectrum is one of the best shows I have watched on Netflix and Abbey is one of my favourites. She is just the sweetest and prettiest. Thank you for inviting them, this is my first time watching your show as well.

I love this! My almost two year old is in the middle of a diagnosis. It’s been so hard but seeing Abby doing so well gives me hope

I just got my official autism diagnosis a few days ago and I’m so happy to see people like me being treated so nicely, also having written out questions is a great idea for some autistic guests as it helps them with communication skills and feeling less anxious ❤

Thank you so so much tae and Taylor as a person who has a learning disability and friends who have autism thank you so much for being so supportive and kind . Not everyone is kind and open to us all with special needs.

I can see how Christine has tried so hard to be the most hands on and advocate for Abbey to get the skills and tools needed to excel in the world. I loved that she brought it back to Abbey and all the work Abbey has put forward. Christine knows that her effort would be in vain if it wasn't for her daughter's drive to accept the help and be on board to do the different therapies and opportunities over the years. Christine is a true example of being an advocate for your kid but also following the kids lead. Great episode!

I'm mum to an 11 year old daughter diagnosed with ASD with a profound PDA profile, currently going through the ADHD diagnosis. She was originally diagnosed at 3 with Aspergers then more recently it has been updated. She talked very early, loves books, way ahead of her peers but struggles with processing information, sensory issues mostly with sound & she thrives on echolalia. Her PDA is driven by extreme anxiety levels so typical autism support strategies don't work with PDA children. She has full time support at a mainstream secondary school (just started this week) and is at the top of her year. She's very smart, but accessing the typical education system is difficult, and I've fought to get her the support she needs to nurture her ability. Her ambition is to get into drama & music & acting. She plays electric guitar and has a beautiful singing voice. This podcast is amazing!

I loved this so much!! I already love your style of interviewing, but the way you guys talked to both Abbey and her mom was amazing. I'm so happy you got to interview them 💛

Thank you guys so much for doing this episode 🥹 as the mother of a son with a neurodevelopmental syndrome, listening to her mother speak about her experience made me feel less alone in this journey. And listening to Abbey speak makes me hopeful that one day my non verbal son will be able to tell me about his experience. Love you guys so much!

I was diagnosed with ADHD in February. And when Abby described how her brain works, I understood what she meant. I’ve been watching her since Love on The Spectrum and it’s been amazing watching her grow. ❤️ she’s a beautiful person. You two were such great hosts, super accommodating to Abby and very respectful. I’d love to have more people from Love On The Spectrum in the future!

i know that its because i relate to a whole lot of what abby talks about, but can i just say that i could listen to you guys talk forever and ever. so much knowledge just went into my brain and i enjoyed every single second of this podcast

I didn't know about these interviewers until I saw a short about it. They are fantastic and respectful. Many people infantilize people with autism kind of like they do with the elderly but these people were just respectful and spoke adult to adult and I really loved that. Also I hate that the DSM changed autism labels because now it's more confusing and I think it was much more clear before.

Abbey is an amazing person and she is blessed to have such a loving and supportive mother ❤

Thank you for having Abbey on the podcast. My daughter is also named Abbey. Spelled A-b-b-e-y as well. She is also autistic but cannot speak. I learned a lot about how Abbey’s mind works from the perspective of A autistic person. Loved her on love on the spectrum! ❤🧩

Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for having Abby and her mom, Christine, on the show to share their autism journey. My 5 year old son is "high functioning" level 1, his mind seems to work a lot like Abby's, and seeing this just brings me so much happiness and hope. Thank you for bringing awareness. Abby is the sweetest!

Listening to how Abby presented when she was little brought tears to my eyes, I was literally the exact same. I remember such visceral fear and upset, and frustration at not being able to articulate why, “I’m not being difficult on purpose! I’m sorry! I’m sorry, I promise!” I’m 21 now and only just being diagnosed. It’s so interesting seeing how women/afab people present so vastly, and how so many slipped through the cracks for so long. Beautiful episode, thank you guys for having Abby and her mother on! It’s so important that we talk about these things if not just for learning but a sense of community also.

i got diagnosed at 17 and i genuinely believe it was the best thing that happened to me and saved my life. it was refreshing being able to finally put on a label to everything i’ve felt my whole life but never understood.

Christine is so freaking smart and loving and genuine i love her so much! She is an amazing mother

I love how educational this video is. As an autistic person with medium support needs a lot went unnoticed since I was hyperverbal. Great job you all!

My son has autism and I love seeing how people with autism bring so much joy to new people they meet with their blunt, random, funny comments. “Speaking of anxiety Piglet has anxiety!” Taylor and girl tay were tickled by abbey’s comments lol

This was a fabulous episode. My favorite so far! So much compassion and grace. Very informative and Abby is amazing and her mom is so blessed.

Christine is the best mom!! What an amazing, supportive, and loving mother! I absolutely adore her!

One of the most moving Podcasts I've seen. I loved this.

You guys are the best for showcasing Abbey. And for being on the side of social media that knows and loves her 💛

This was one of the most beautiful conversations I've seen on youtube. Abbey is so fascinating, and she has such an amazing mom. It's so cool to see how far she has come, and I'm excited to see what she does in the future. Great podcast!

Rushed to watch this! My 5 year old daughter was diagnosed with autism last year. She uses gestalt language and speaks in memories like Abbey, and the only way that I was able to learn about that was from Abbey through TikTok!!

Hands down THE BEST episode you've ever had ❤

I love this episode so much! Abbey and Christine are so inspirational and are moving mountains with the awareness around autism and it is beautiful to witness!

I am 42 and only over the past few years have I understood autism and ADHD in myself and my son. I struggled my entire life to try to "fit in" and always just assumed I was some kind of alien or a person who just didn't belong here...some kind of a weird person. I tried so hard to mask my true self and I mimicked other people (something Abbey and Christine have spoken about in their videos). My mom has helped me so much, but she doesn't have the tools or knowledge to understand autism and ADHD as she herself has ADHD. Listening to Christine and the methods she has used to help Abbey become the amazing person she is today is so incredibly inspiring to me and I'm sure to SO many other people! I don't know if they realize how much they are helping other people who are lost on this spectrum, where it seems no one else understands how difficult it is to navigate this world with a neurodivergent brain.

Wow I can so identify with the waking up at 2am and not going back to sleep. My son would wake up as if it the start of the day, and would not go back to sleep. This happened for months on end. We nearly lost our minds. Also my son also put every single thing in his mouth. He has a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism. He is 6 and non verbal, so seeing Abbey gives much hope for the future. I can fully understand the amount of work her mother has put in. It takes over your entire life. My son is also obsessed with music…

This was awesome! I absolutely LOVE Abbie. They are both such genuine, kind hearted people. I love that abbys mom is very respectful, making sure it's okay with Abby if she answers the question. Instead of trying to speak for her. We need more people like them in this world. ♥️♥️

This was so special! My 2.5yo is a Gestalt Language processor and Abbey gives me hope my baby will also be conversational 🩷

Abby's mum is a legend, so much RESPECT. I love Abby's comment about Ariel, it showed me how important it is to young people that we have representation. Go Abby, keep rocking at life! x

This was everything!! I loved that Christine brought up the struggles of everything thinking they might be on the Spectrum and the awareness of how big that is. Just because you experience something similar doesn't mean you have a diagnosis. Thank you for being so gentle with this!!

Been a fan of the podcast for a long time! And as a teacher of students with special needs, I’m even more appreciative of the work you guys do. Keep it up! ❤️

this was so important 🥹🩷🩷admire the way abbey can express her emotions!

This warmed my heart so much. What a sweet, genuine, heartfelt conversation.

By far one of the best guests to have on! 💜

This is the first time I’m watching The Squeeze podcast and I loved every minute;) great hosts, Taylor and Taylor!

Thank you for having them on your podcast. Abbey and Christine are very inspiring for someone like me who has a young autistic daughter

Abbey's face after she found out her mom was listening in the bushes on her first date 😂😂😂

What a fabulous episode!! Dream list for sure!! Thanks so much for this! Abbey and Mom, amazing interview!! ❤

why wouldn’t someone be happy about their autism diagnosis as an adult? what is the alternative? thinking you’re broken and alone?

I have been following Abbey's content for years and am so glad to see here on your podcast! Abbey is such an inspiring person with such an amazing personality

As an autistic girl I am always happy to see such positive representation online. Thank you for this episode. ♡

So so so excited to see Abbey on the pod! As a tism mom I LOVE to see it! Lol

I truly wish I was friends with Abbey! What a cute funny honest and sweet woman- thats a great person, and I would love to have her in my life. Also her advice on what makes a good relationship: “you have to find someone who understands the way their mind works”… if you really truly think about that it makes so much sense as to relationships. Anyway love yall this was a fun watch you all seem so genuine and great!

I was diagnosed with ADHD in February. And when Abby described how her brain works, I understood it! I can kind of relate too. I love her real she keeps it. I’ve been watching her since Love on The Spectrum and it’s been amazing watching her grow. ❤️ she’s a beautiful person. You two were such great hosts, super accommodating to Abby and very respectful. I’d love to have more people from Love On The Spectrum in the future!

Abbey is so perceptive. She is an AMAZING listener.

Abby’s mother is such an amazing mom! Abby has come such a long way and im proud of her! It must’ve been so hard for her. Thank u guys for talking and also listening. And not cutting anyone off. This podcast episode was spectacular. Thanks so much. I truly enjoyed this watch. (:

I love abbey! I'm an autistic woman and I love the representation she is giving to the world. It is so important and valuable. She makes me realize that just because my words might come out jumbled and sometimes awkward, it's okay! It doesn't mean I have to be a mute or mask all the time putting on a complete show to try to act more neurotypical. I can just be myself and it's okay

After this episode, I respect girl tay more and feel a little more of a connection to her on the squeeze on how she can communicate with people from nursing and I respect that so much.

This episode has really helped open my eyes because I have learned disabilities and I had a very hard time in school and need my mom for alot of things and I see by watching this what my mom did to help me when no else would. ❤

This episode 🥹🥰 Just warms my heart!

I have never watched the squeeze podcast before. I saw that abbey was going to be on so I decided to watch. I am now a fan of you both. You earned a new subscriber.

Never tuned in before. Came just for Abbie! She’s a treasure. 💕

Tay and Taylor, I just love you both so much without even knowing you guys.

Great Interview! So informing! I loved hearing about Abby’s childhood and the process of how Abby strengthened her communication skills & all she’s overcome. Side note: Taylor, didn’t you do a movie on the train 🚂. But never risen one lol

I could have listened to them for way more than an hour.

Abby is the best! Her and her wonderful mother are such a spectacular duo❤

Good morning Taylors, Abbey, and Christine! ❤️

This is so informative and wonderful! Great guest and discussions!

As an occupational therapist, I love how they talk about the field!

I used to live in Warsaw Poland and have been to Suntago.....You have to go Abby and you will love it!

This just made my day.. so pure , honest and wholesome ❤❤❤

Oh wow!!! I am so impressed that you guys are even aware of her. So so cool!!!!

I love Abbey and everything she has to share !

13:15 wow that gave me tears. My son was recently diagnosed and i often catch myself wondering if i am just doing something wrong and ugh. Now i feel so seen

What a great episode.The end really made me cry.. Everyone did great..God bless everyone ❤

Wow ,Abigail is just truly amazing ,love that she got to meet her hero from the movie and the fact she never saw Twilight 😂. I could sit and listen to her for hours . Incredible young lady not to mention her mom what an amazing woman.

Best pod cast/ interview I have ever watched!!!! I love you ABBEY ROMEO!!!!!! FROM OREGON...

This was so beautiful and touching for me

i love this so much! this episode is amazing & y’all did such a good job. we love you abbey! her mom is also awesome