In this engaging podcast episode, Anna Kennedy interviews Kelly Barker, a mother who launched ‘Born Anxious’ – a unique autism awareness clothing label inspired by her 5-year-old son Oscar. Kelly shares her journey from working in fostering for 16 years to becoming a full-time autism advocate after Oscar’s early diagnosis at just over 2 years old, revealing how his complex needs including extreme anxiety and absence epilepsy shaped their family’s daily reality. The conversation delves into Kelly’s innovative approach to autism awareness through comfortable, planet-friendly clothing that carries important messages like ‘I have autism’ and ‘I don’t like loud noise’ to help both children and caregivers navigate social situations. Her organic cotton t-shirts feature hand-removed labels for sensory comfort and serve as conversation starters about kindness and understanding, transforming how her family experiences public outings while promoting broader acceptance of neurodiversity.