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...
by Tamara | Nov 29, 2022 | Finances
The financial burden of autism is real. As a parent or caregiver of an autistic child, you feel it every month with higher out-of-pocket costs and, for many, lower incomes due to the realities of caring for your child. Yet, you can be successful with your money. My...
by Tamara | Nov 27, 2022 | Behaviors
Do you find that your teen with ADHD seems to be overly sensitive to criticism? Do they show a disproportionate amount of emotional pain when they are rejected by someone? Are they very bothered when someone teases them, even if it’s good natured? Your teen with ADHD...
by Tamara | Nov 18, 2022 | Inspiration, Parenting
If you would have asked me almost 15 years ago if there was anything I was thankful for when my son J was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, I probably would have looked at you with aghast. I was overwhelmed and so surprised at the diagnosis. Yet, now that I’ve lived...
by Tamara | Nov 18, 2022 | Parenting
It’s holiday time, which means family gatherings for many. For some relatives, you may have not seen them since last year’s holiday festivities or even longer. Others you probably see on a regular basis. Whatever is the case for you, holidays can be fun and stressful...
by Tamara | Nov 12, 2022 | Inspiration, Parenting
Our children won’t stay young forever. All parents know that; however, it means something different to those of us who have autistic children. Thinking about our autistic children becoming adults instills so much fear into many of us. Yet, we know our children growing...
by Tamara | Nov 4, 2022 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Studies have shown time and again how interaction with animals can benefit autistic children. We can definitely include horses in that mix. In fact, there is horseback riding therapy called equine therapy (also referred to technically as hippotherapy) that has proven...
