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What It Means to Love My Autistic Child

Dear Angel, Loving you is unconditional. Your autism diagnosis made my heart expand even more to give you all the support that you need. Loving you means that I have to know when to speak up and when...

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Why I Need to Learn My Autistic Son’s Love Language

I Love You! The first time Angel told me that he loved me, my heart melted. I remember his hugs and kisses right after he said it. I had been waiting for this moment for years.   Angel had said I love...

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8 Ways You Can Become a Stronger Advocate for your Autistic Child

How many times have you heard the saying, “You are your child’s best advocate”? I hear it ALL THE TIME. As cliché as it sounds, it is so true. So how can you do this? Let’s explore eight ways you can...

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10 Reasons Why Moms of Autistic Children Are Amazing

March is Women’s History Month. During this month, we typically honor women from the past who have done dope and amazing things. I think it is equally important to honor the women of today. You know...

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Dealing with Anticipatory Grief When a Loved One is in Hospice

How is your mom doing?  I get this question almost daily. I usually just say she is okay. It is easier than saying how scared I am of losing her. My mom went into hospice care in December 2019. I had...

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Autism Edition: What You Need to Know During the Coronavirus Outbreak

This coronavirus pandemic is too real. As COVID-19 spreads, we are in the midst of school closings, travel bans, and canceled medical appointments. Programs that our children depend on to socialize and...

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Education and Advocacy for Children During the COVID-19 Crisis

It has been a few weeks since I’ve been able to post. I am sure you understand as we all try to make it through each day during this pandemic. However, I was excited when Eva Wilson of socamom.com...

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How My Autistic Son and I Are Managing the Pandemic

(Today’s guest post is written by Millie, a NYC resident and mother of an adorable six-year old boy who she calls “Juju.” He was diagnosed with autism at 18-months old.) Being a single mom and raising...

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Autistic vs. Person with Autism: Let’s Talk About It

I have a child who has autism. I have an autistic child. I am trying to say one thing two different ways, but am I actually saying two different things? In the beginning, I always described Angel as an...

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Happy New Year!

Wishing you and your family a very Happy New Year! 2020 was an emotional rollercoaster and here we are on the other side. Please check out this message of gratitude to all of you for your support this...

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