Today I’m raising a glass of Wente Morning Fog Chardonnay to my first born, Charlie, who made me who I am today. I know how that sounds. So cliché. Whatever! It’s literally…
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Julia, an autistic character and the first character to be introduced on Sesame Street with special needs, made her debut on the show this month. The red-haired, green-eyed character adds interest and invites…
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What to do after your child was diagnosed with autism? Your child has just been diagnosed with autism. Congratulations! You are now one of us. Did you receive that overwhelming Autism…
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Mom Types by Thoroughly Reviewed. We’ve identified 12 Mom Types that invade our schools and playgrounds every day. Who do you know that’s one of these moms? Which one are you?…
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Autism, SPD, and feeding issues Many children on the autism spectrum struggle with feeding. In most cases, it’s due to sensory issues. The texture of certain foods can be aversive to…
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I’m going sugar-free! (almost…) A few weeks ago, I jokingly posted this status on my Facebook page: Today marks 6 weeks without any sugar. I’ve stopped eating meat and dairy, too.…
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April is autism awareness month. If your child just got an autism diagnosis you are probably feeling a whole lot of emotions. From sadness to relief, I’ve felt them all. I…
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What is ABA therapy? Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, or ABA, is the #1 recommended therapy for children on the autism spectrum. Therapists use positive reinforcement to reward wanted behaviors. Before we take…
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Big brothers are awesome! Growing up, I always wanted a big brother. I don’t know, maybe it’s silly. Around 8 years old, I came to peace with the fact that it proooobably…
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Mousse Au Chocolat: La Recette! Today, I want to share with you one of my favorite recipes. Some call it chocolate mousse, others call it mousse au chocolat, but we all…
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What toy to get for your child with autism? Buying toys for a child who has autism can be challenging. First of all, many children on the spectrum have restricted interests and…
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Today is Autism awareness day Charlie just turned 4 and he’s still non-verbal but he’s come a long way with communication. Being able to communicate basic needs on his iPad has decreased…