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Why Life Skills Matter More Than Academics for Autistic Children
As a parent of a newly diagnosed autistic child, it’s natural to feel the weight of the world on your shoulders. Questions about therapy, education, and future goals can feel overwhelming. One of the most common concerns I hear from parents is about academics: “Will my child learn to read? Will they keep up with […]
6 Top Tips to Help Your Autistic Child Take Photos with Santa
It’s that time of year again… Santa photo season is here! For many families, taking photos with Santa is a magical tradition. However, for parents of autistic children, it can feel daunting. Bright lights, crowded spaces, unfamiliar people, and sensory overload can make the experience feel very overwhelming. For some parents, it’s a tough reminder […]
Surviving Christmas: 3 Lessons I Wish I Knew About Outings
Christmas used to bring a whirlwind of emotions—happiness, sadness, joy, anxiety, laughter, and overwhelm. It wasn’t unusual for me to feel a mix of all of these emotions at any given point leading up to Christmas… and then the day would arrive. My beautiful angel boy would wake up and see a stack of Christmas […]
Why I Would Choose This Life Again: A Reflection on 100 Blogs
This is my 100th blog. Holy Moly! Can you believe it! 100 pieces of writing that I have poured my heart and soul into to ensure that carers understand this truth, caring for a child diagnosed with autism is most certainly a journey but not a tragedy. Over these 100 blogs, I have covered a […]
How to Help My Neurotypical Children Understand Their Autistic Sibling
Parenting is a delicate balancing act, and when you’re raising both neurodivergent and neurotypical children, the scale can sometimes feel impossibly uneven. If you’re like many parents navigating this dynamic, you may feel a tug-of-war in your heart—a desperate desire to meet the needs of all your children while fostering connection and understanding between them. […]
