by Tamara | Mar 5, 2023 | Parenting
We were made to be part of nature, and being outside can be a balm for our souls. That is so true for our children with autism and ADHD too. No matter where you live, you usually can enjoy the outside for a good part of the year. So why are nature outings good for...
by Tamara | Feb 12, 2023 | Parenting
How to tell your child that they have autism and explaining what it is weighs on many parents’ minds. When is the right time? How should I do it? How will my child react? Determining when to disclose to your child that they have autism isn’t exact. A lot of it has to...
by Tamara | Jan 17, 2023 | Parenting
Music can bring such joy to our lives, and it can especially provide so many benefits to people with autism. If your autistic child loves music, have you thought about encouraging them to learn to play a musical instrument? Autism and music Many people with autism...
by Tamara | Dec 25, 2022 | Inspiration, Parenting
As a parent or caregiver of a child with autism and ADHD, this most likely isn’t a journey you expected to take. When we are having a baby, we are optimistic and have a certain vision of the way their and our lives will be. Then, a few or several years later, we...
by Tamara | Dec 18, 2022 | Parenting
It’s almost a new year, and many of us are in planning mode. Whether you like to make New Year’s resolutions or set your goals for the next year, it’s good to reflect on the current year and take time to determine what are the most important things you want to...
by Tamara | Dec 4, 2022 | Inspiration, Parenting
Recently, I was reading the meaning behind the song, “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” I began thinking about what the 12 days of gifts would be from the perspective of a parent of an autistic child. I hope you enjoy this version and happy holidays to you and your...
