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 | Mar 23, 2024 | Parenting
As parents, accepting your child’s autism diagnosis is challenging enough. Yet, when you have friends and family who reject your child’s autism diagnosis, it makes an already stressful situation much worse. Your family needs a lot of support and when you have extended...
by Tamara | Nov 19, 2023 | Parenting
As parents, we all worry about our teenagers driving and keeping safe. But when you have an autistic teenager with ADHD, you have an extra level of concern given some of the additional challenges your teen may have. So what steps can you take to keep your teenager...
by Tamara | Oct 8, 2023 | Parenting
It’s October, and if your child loves Halloween, then they are already thinking about their costume and Trick-or-Treating. Several years ago, the blue pumpkin bucket was introduced via a parent on social media as a way to raise autism awareness and help others know...
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,...
