Autism Parent | Autism in Our Nest

After School Restraint Collapse

October 4, 2018October 4, 2018 After School Restraint Collapse, Autism, Autism Parent, Calming Space, Coping Skills, Emotional Regulation, High Functioning Autism, Highly Sensitive Person, Meltdown, Social Skills 33

The after school meltdowns were very concerning. Then I learned about After School Restraint Collapse. Read more about this, here!

The Autism “Talk”

October 2, 2018February 28, 2019 Autism, Autism Parent, Autism Spectrum Disorder, High Functioning Autism 8

I have often wondered if Declan picked up on some of the things that are different in his day compared to his peers. When he does, we will need to talk about these differences and autism. Read more about this, here!

The Social Isolation of Autism Parenting – What Does it Look Like?

September 6, 2018 Autism, Autism Parent, Social Isolation 37

Recently, my husband and I took the kids to a large party. How isolating can autism be? We were at a party! Find out more, here!

Philly Fever!

May 2, 2018 Autism, Autism Parent, Philadelphia Eagles, Sports, Super Bowl Champs 14

I married a Philadelphia Sports fan. And with big wins come big autographs!

That’s a Wrap!

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 Autism, Autism Acceptance, Autism Awareness, Autism Parent, High Functioning Autism 15

It’s the last day of April – also the end of Autism Awareness/Acceptance month. Read the last informational bits provided at our school, here!

Autism Village

April 26, 2018April 26, 2018 app, Autism, Autism Family, Autism Parent 21

Wouldn’t it be great if there was a free app to help autism families find autism friendly businesses and organizations? There is! Read more about Autism Village, here!