by Tamara | Dec 7, 2024 | Inspiration, Parenting
Once Halloween hits, we have two months of the ongoing holiday season. Depending on what you celebrate, that could include Thanksgiving, Diwali, Kwanza, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s and/or others. The holiday season can bring a lot of visions and expectations about...
by Tamara | Apr 1, 2024 | Inspiration, Parenting
April has had a special place in my heart since my son was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome (now part of Autism Spectrum Disorder) at age 4. Back then, the month focused on autism awareness, and now it has evolved to be more focused on autism acceptance. I think...
by Tamara | Oct 7, 2023 | Inspiration, Parenting
Barry Prizant, Ph.D., has had an extensive background in working with autistic children and adults throughout his career. In “Uniquely Human,” he shares his experiences and a positive perspective of autism. Read my book review below. The Book: “Uniquely Human: A...
by Tamara | Sep 9, 2023 | Inspiration, Parenting
As parents of autistic/ADHD children, we spend a lot of our time helping and supporting our kids through challenges. We are there to encourage them and fight for the care and services they need to live their best lives. Yet, we need encouragement too. A lot of times,...
by Tamara | Aug 19, 2023 | Inspiration, Parenting
When you have a child who has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD, where do you begin and continue to better understand them? I go to the experts who have written books that will help educate other parents and me. Here are 10 great books I’ve read over the years that...
by Tamara | Jun 3, 2023 | Inspiration, Parenting
Podcasts are a great way to learn about a variety of topics. I enjoy listening to podcasts in my car while I am commuting to work or running errands. I also listen to them while I am walking for exercise or doing household chores. In addition, I have found some really...
