In the world of school choice, autistic children's needs are an important part of the conversation. The benefits of allowing parents to choose the best schools (or homeschooling!) for their autistic kids are numerous…and they have life-long implications.

Read on to discover 3...

So maybe you should stop. Here's why.

Many parents of autistic kids find themselves overwhelmed by both the idea of autism, and the reality of what parenting their autistic child is like. But here's the thing—autism isn't all bad. It's not a curse or a punishment. It's a way...

Self-care is important for any parent who is working hard to take care of their child. However, when your child has been evaluated and diagnosed with autism, it can be extremely challenging to maintain the self-care that you need to care for yourself. The autism diagnosis process is challenging,...

In this 8-minute guided meditation,  I help you release stress, increase your sense of well-being, and give you space to breathe into the feelings that naturally come up when parenting an autistic child.

This guided meditation is perfect for those days when you’re feeling weighed down...

Especially If Your Child is Considered  "High Functioning" 

For parents of autistic children, the idea that "high functioning" means a child is less likely to develop problems is a dangerous misconception. 

“High functioning” is a label that parents and...

5 Reasons To Keep Your Kids' Autism Meltdowns Private 

Every day autism parents and caregivers watch their children struggle. We are often overwhelmed and desperate for help.

What happens when a parent posts their child’s meltdown on social media? In the age of social...

The Difference Between Autism Parent Coaches and Therapists

There are many different types of autism parent coaches and therapists who can help you navigate the journey of parenting and raising your autistic child. It's important to find someone who can meet your unique needs and provide you...

5 Benefits of Hiring an Autism Parent Coach You May Not Have Thought About

You might not have thought about hiring an autism parent coach. After all, you’re doing your best to raise your autistic child, and you may already feel stretched thin with time, energy, and money...

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Join me for this 7-minute guided meditation where I help you release stress, and get back to a place of calm…all while focusing on increasing your mindful awareness. 

Perfect for before bedtime, or after a stressful day, this is one of my favorite meditations to do when I have a few...

Did you know there is a resource, available in all fifty states in the US that offers free help and services to families dealing with a wide range of developmental delays (including autism)?

They go by many names...in my state of Idaho, it's called Idaho Parents Unlimited, or IPUL for...