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Autism and the First Job
Autism and the First Job That’s right. My eighteen-year-old son with autism has a real job. How did he get it? Through a school work program that assists young adults with special needs with work experience. He had this exact same job lined up a few days before the 2020 pandemic shut down. He was…
Here’s To The “Terrible” Wonderful Parents!
Okay I admit it – one of my illicit joys is keeping a secret tally of other parents annoying, infuriating, embarrassing helicopter mistakes. From bearing my soul in Mommy WarsI discovered that other parents – in particular, other moms –
Give Yourself A Break – Parenting Is The Hardest Job In The World!
As parents, we try so hard to do the right thing for our children in a world where there is no single right answer. The weight of this responsibility is huge. We get caught up in “should-dos.” Were quick to judge, and can be extremely harsh judges of our own parenting. Too often we forget to practice self-compassion. We forget to be quiet and still and listen to our own heart. There is endless …
You’re A New Mother… Oh, The Places You’ll Get Unsolicited Advice!
Congratulations! Today you gave birth. You’re on a new adventure! Your hips a wider girth! Baby brain’s in your head. Baby books in your hand. You now find yourself In a sleep-deprived land. You’re a new mother. And you know what you know. Which is next to nothing, or so you are told… My breath…
Myths about Autism – Part Four
Myths about Autism - Part Four In this blog, I'll wrap up how I would debunk myths relating to autism. Myth #16: Children with autism don't feel emotions As I discussed previously about empathy, children with autism definitely feel emotions. They get frustrated, angry, sad, happy, and feel love. They simply struggle with expressing these…