We’ve learned a lot in the 20+ years since we got our first diagnosis. We’re putting the tips we’ve learned here, so you can learn faster and easier. While not every tip will work for you, it is our sincere hope that many, if not most, will work, and make your life easier, day by day.
Moving is a stressful and challenging time that brings along change. There’s one thing that all parents of a child on the Autism Spectrum know is that change, whether good or bad, always causes problems for your child. However, moving gives you the unique opportunity to pick the best place for your child to live….
The Declaration of Independence states “that all men are created equal.” Alas, there is no way for this statement to be true in any society. There will always be differences that keep people from being equal and autistic children are no different. People always say you shouldn’t favor one of your children over another, however…
I saw someone post this recently, and I wanted to share. Developmental Delays are Commas,not Periods. It reminds me of my sons, as well as my sister who was an English Major, and for a while an English Teacher. Commas are a pause, not the end of a statement. Yes, they will cause you and…
As our children grow up my husband and I work hard at trying to balance what each of our children can and cannot handle. We want them to be as self sufficient as they can. So many people say my child can’t do this or my child can’t do that. To be honest, there were…
Every parent of a child on the autism spectrum has dealt with it at some time – “those stares.” You’ll be at a playground and your kiddo gets excited and starts flapping his arms and making happy noises. Before you know it people on the playground are staring at your child. The other children are…