There are a few things that people associate with autism – difficulty with eye contact being one of them. Read more about eye contact and the bigger picture, social defecits, here!
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Category: Autism
“The Label”
I’ve said it before, hearing “The Label” to describe autism really gets on my nerves. Autism is a diagnosis given by professionals to help individuals affected to proper support and different therapies. Read more about the differences, here!
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Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father’s Day! Read about the special dad’s in my life, here!
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They Focused on What he COULD DO. Not What he Couldn’t
Declan graduated from preschool yesterday. And although he is excited for the road ahead, I am terrified to leave behind the teachers and therapists that continued to focus on what Declan could do, not what he couldn’t! Read more, here!
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Another First!
I was ready, Declan was ready, my parents were ready – it was time for a first for all of us! Read about it here!
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Autism Siblings
Having two younger siblings on the autism spectrum, Bobby has had to grow up pretty fast. And at times, I am concerned that Bobby feels his needs are less important. Read more about our autism journey and that of an awesome autism sibling, here!
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Support Granted! Smooth Transition Ahead!
The meeting I have dreaded and feared for months finally happened. What supports and services will Declan’s new school provide him when he transitions? Read about the meeting here!
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“Again! Again!” The Repetitive Toys of Autism
For years, Declan never played with toys. So I was THRILLED when we went to the store and Declan wanted a toy. But why did he want the SAME toy EVERY TIME we went? Read more here!
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Who Ya Gonna Call?
Fun story of a morning routine gone haywire – catching ghosts!
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We Got This
A lot of things have been said to us through the years. Today I took the time to write them down. And focus on what is really important. My awesome kids!
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