Let's face it – none of us signed up for this. Our parenting path took a detour we never anticipated, and it's completely okay to feel a mix of emotions about it. The dreams, plans, and expectations you once had may seem like distant memories, and the constant wish for a "normal" life can be overwhelming. It's okay to feel that way; it's okay to grieve the life you thought you'd have ..read more

As I sit here by the warm glow of the fire, I find myself reflecting on this life, living alongside autism again. This isn’t something new for me, I’ve done it many times through the years. But tonight is different, I am calm and at peace and I am overwhelmed with gratitude and a sense of accomplishment ..read more

It wasn't supposed to happen that way, not so soon anyway. But life has a way of throwing curve balls sometimes. I am very familiar with them. I sure am glad I embraced the uncertainty and took a chance ..read more

When you are the parent to a child on the spectrum and other children that are not, it creates conflict in your mind.  Our autistic children usually have much higher needs than our other children leaving us feeling like we are falling short of parenting the other children.  ..read more

As parents of children on the autism spectrum, we often find ourselves on a relentless merry-go-round of medication decisions, each turn bringing a mix of hope, uncertainty, and challenges. It is a familiar ride that many parents in similar situations can relate to ..read more

My son Jordan is 27 and autistic and this is his closet: an organized closet with empty hangers neatly in their place. Now, rewind the clock a bit, and you'd find a stark contrast – there was a time when his room resembled a tornado aftermath, with clothes and shoes scattered like confetti ..read more

Once upon a time in a world that often felt like uncharted territory, there lived a group of mothers facing a unique and sometimes overwhelming journey. These women were united by a common thread – raising autistic children. The weight of their parenting journey is undeniably heavier than those families untouched by autism ..read more

As parents raising children on the autism spectrum, we're no strangers to the stereotypes and misconceptions that surround autism. Unfortunately, these stereotypes often support the stigmas, misunderstandings, and even get in the way of our children's access to the support and opportunities they need and deserve ..read more