Declan hates going to school, and recently raised a new complaint. Knowing that he struggles in social situations, I really felt for him. Read more about this, here!
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Tag: Autism
The Value of “Me” Time as a Parent
“I’m going to miss you when you go,” Declan said thoughtfully, taking his gaze to the wall to our left. I was preparing to
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Regressive Autism – Why it Occurs
When Declan went to the pediatrician when he was 18 months old, everything appeared to be fine with his development. When he went back at 24 months, the pediatrician felt something was different and recommended he be evaluated for services. What happened? Read more about Regressive Autism, here!
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“Is This What He Means?”
Sometimes Declan makes a perplexing statement that I am left to decipher. Read more about this, here!
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Probiotics and Autism
“My tummy hurts…..” It’s a statement we hear a lot in our house. Declan has problems with sleep, gastrointestinal (GI) issues and is very
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Out With the Old Shirts, In With a New Emotion!
Recently, Declan expressed a big emotion when discussing a change in school attire. Read more about it, here!
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The Social Isolation of Autism Parenting – What Does it Look Like?
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!
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Autism Potty Training: The Ultimate Guide
Eleven years. For eleven years I dealt with a stage of potty training and with diapers. From Bobby to Catelyn to Declan – all
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EXCELLENT WAYS TO CREATE A PEACEFUL AND CALMING BEDROOM SPACE
“I want to paint the room blue – like the sky. Sky blue.” “Do you want to feel like you are a cloud floating
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So Far, So Good!
“I wanted to make a good first impression so I held my crazy in.” “What?” I asked Catelyn. “You know – I can get
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