Batteries Not Included
I’m here. Sort of. Albeit in pieces. I can hardly breath most days. My life is heavy and uncontrollable often.
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parenting
Although we discuss Autism a lot, sometimes it’s not autism we’re dealing with… it’s just being a parent.
How to Create an “About Me” Brochure for Your Exceptional Needs Child’s Teacher or Other Caregivers
If you have a child with exceptional needs, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, and they are attending school, daycare, therapy,
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Do you struggle with consistency in your parenting? You’re not alone.
Consistency. It is recommended by all the parent experts. It is elusive to all the actual parents. How are we
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My story of being diagnosed with autism late
This guest blog post is by Melissa Koole, who is a model from the Netherlands, living and working full time in
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Four Ways I Help My Autistic Children Communicate Without Speaking
When my boys were little, our house was chaos! It was filled with screams I didn’t understand, and frustration levels
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Brushing Teeth for Children with Autism
Parents and caregivers across the board often seek creative ways to teach their children toothbrushing and proper oral hygiene. While
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How to Take Care of the Most Important Person in Your Child’s Support System – You!
Parents and caregivers of children with exceptional needs often feel overwhelmed and under-supported. Building a support system of family, friends
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A Declaration of Independence
A Declaration of Independence: A fine balance for parents and young adult children Independence is a hallmark of becoming an
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Becoming Best Friends with your Autistic Sibling
In a time like this where change is inevitable, some autistic children need constant support at home that many parents
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4 Best Practices to Reinforce Lessons Learned in Speech Therapy
Whether your child struggles with nonverbal communication or has atypical speech patterns, therapy should not end when they leave school.
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