When autism is no longer invisible We’ve reached the point where Charlie’s autism is no longer an invisible disability. Autism and stimming go hand in hand and Charlie’s stimming is constant.…
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IS AUTISM THE SAME FOR EVERYONE? If you’re wondering if autism is the same for everyone, the answer is no. When it comes to autism, no two autistics are alike. …
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Autism and stimming: Should we let people with autism stim? It depends but the short answer is “yes, if they’re not harming themselves or others”. Stimming isn’t quirky and cute for…
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Anxiety in children Jude just turned 5, and though he’s always had a cautious nature, his anxiety has been worse the past month. I’m sure the current pandemic doesn’t help. His…
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Wooden Water Table DIY I love wooden toys for the kids and I’ve wanted to get a wooden water table because, in Texas, it’s already hot as hell. That…
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Does ABA cause PTSD? The answer is no, ABA Therapy does not cause PTSD. One of my followers explained where the rumor originated from. There was only one survey about the…
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Hey, special-needs parents, I see you. I see you trying to juggle being a mom, OT, ST and ABA therapist while not losing your sanity. I see you comforting your child…
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The art of receiving guests overnight Because most of our family and friends live across the country or across the world, we often have guests over at the house. I…
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This post is sponsored by Autotrader; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. If you’re looking for some Austin road trips, you’re at the right place! Our…
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How did you know you had autism? For my entire life, I’ve watched the world through a porthole. Disconnected, alone. Before Charlie was even two, he was diagnosed with autism. At…
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I often worry about how Charlie’s autism affects Jude. Charlie gets rewarded for things that Jude has been able to do since he was a baby, and that’s hard for Jude…
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We can’t smile through it all It’s not reasonable for us parents to be optimists all the time. To smile through it all. To experience no moments of disappointment when faced…