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Guided Meditation for Autism Parents: Navigating the Autism Diagnosis Process

The autism diagnosis process is long, difficult, and full of stress. That’s why I created this quick,  7-minute guided meditation where I help you release stress, and get back to a place of calm.

Perfect for listening to after you get done filling out a bunch of paperwork, getting off...

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Flexibility and Routine: Finding Balance When Homeschooling an Autistic Child

Homeschooling an autistic child requires a flexible approach. It means managing a schedule, a curriculum, and a lifestyle that allows an autistic child to thrive.

 

The question that I receive the most from people is “How can I homeschool my child when they're autistic…I’m...

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Tailored Support: Understanding the Benefits of IEP and 504 Plans for Autistic Kids

What You Need to Know About the Special Education Process and Services



If you’re looking for a guide to the education and service delivery system for kids with special needs – IEP/504 plans – this is it! 

 

Whether your child has an autism diagnosis, a learning...

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Addressing Unique Needs: Strategies for Supporting 2E Kids on the Autism Spectrum

9 Ways to Help Twice Exceptional Kids Thrive

 

One of the most difficult challenges parents of twice-exceptional kids face today is how to best support their children. While their children may have no trouble excelling academically, they often struggle socially, emotionally, and in other...

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Making the Grade: How School Choice Impacts Autistic Children's Success

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...

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"I hate autism" Is Just Another Way to Say "I hate my kid…”

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...

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Self-Care For Autism Parents: 7 Tips for Taking Care Of Yourself After an Autism Evaluation

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,...

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Autism Parenting Meditation

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...

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How Functioning Labels Actually Hurt Autistic Children

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...

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Why You Shouldn't Post Your Child's Autism Meltdown Video Online

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...

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