When I was pregnant with my firstborn, Charlie, I daydreamed about motherhood. I pictured Charlie as a child sitting beside me outside at sunset, debating which Pokémon is a better starter…
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Autism
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Pica: When your son with profound autism eats non-edible items… Not the happiest start to the year, but I’ve made the difficult decision to give away Charlie’s custom ball pit. I…
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To the parents awaiting services or evaluations for their autistic kiddo…I’m thinking of you. To the mom, overwhelmed that health insurance went up again…you’re not alone. To the autistic person, drained…
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Before autism… This photo was taken before the word “autism” entered our lives. I miss that blissful innocence sometimes—not knowing that Charlie was going to struggle with the most basic things…
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Today, I just want permission to feel sad. Let’s normalize being sad. I understand people’s need to fix things, offer advice, and encourage a positive perspective, but gosh, it feels dismissive.…
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Happy Thanksgiving to Autistic people and Autism caregivers 🍁 Today more than ever, I’m thinking about all autism families for whom Thanksgiving can be challenging. It’s been a tough one for…
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Halloween and Autism This one goes out to people who will be handing out candy at Halloween and crossing the path of people with autism. Some who are nonverbal. Just a…
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What’s PICA? Pica is a mental health condition where people compulsively swallow non-food items. For my son, Charlie, who has profound autism, a “PICA item” is… everything. Wrappers, toys, dirt, plants, paint from…
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Thanks Beddy’s for gifting Jude this awesome set. Use code AUTISMCAFE here if you’re just here for the discount 🙂 Jude was diagnosed with autism Level 1 when he was 5…
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Autism and haircuts often do not mesh well together. As an autistic mother raising two children, each on opposite ends of the autism spectrum, I have had to get creative to…
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World Autism Month Whether you prefer the puzzle piece or the infinity loop symbol, your voice matters. Whether you prefer to be called a person with autism or autistic, I respect…
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I pride myself on being honest so I’m going to tell you the truth — right now, I am burnt out. Posting your life on social media is inviting people into…