As a parent of not one, but two autistic children, I know firsthand the challenges that come with navigating the parenting journey without the support of immediate family. 

Hi, I'm Karen, the host of NeurOrdinary, a podcast dedicated to discussing the unique experiences of parenting...

I once had a therapist refer to her autistic child as an “onion child.” 

The more they worked with their care team, the more “layers” they found. The more time the child spent with their providers, the more diagnoses they got. And the more the family discovered...

Communication is an essential skill. 

When it comes to children on the autism spectrum, getting your child to a place of consistent and reliable communication may require some extra support and guidance, along with some flexibility. 

In this article, we'll delve into the...

If you’re parenting an autistic child, then meltdowns are a part of your life. Sure, we do our best to help our kids avoid having them. But sadly, they’re part of our children’s lives and our parenting journey.

While meltdowns are always hardest on the person who is...

Ever feel like you need to be a Superhero to manage your autistic child’s ADHD?

Today, we're diving into the dynamic duo of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and autism in children. These neurodevelopmental conditions often coexist, presenting unique challenges and...

One of the most challenging diagnoses to deal with in autistic children is AFRID, or Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. This goes way beyond just “picky eating” and can become a life-threatening condition.

To make matters worse, it is a poorly understood disorder that...

Today, we embark on a journey to explore the intersection of intellectual disability and autism. And because we like to keep things positive around here, we’re going to focus on redefining success and embracing the beauty of neurodiversity. 

Let's celebrate the unique strengths...

As a parent of two autistic children, I understand the hurdles that autism parents face on a daily basis. In this episode of NeurOrdinary Podcast, we’ll talk about the top five challenges that autism parents encounter and provide strategies to overcome them.

Everyone’s autism...

One of the most challenging conditions to manage alongside Autism is Epilepsy. 

Whether you’re parenting a child dealing with Absence Seizures or Tonic-Clonic (Grand Mal) Seizures, one thing is for sure: it’s a challenge to ever feel like you can wind down and not be on...

Parenting an autistic child is a journey filled with immense love, joy, and triumphs. But let's be honest - it can also be challenging, overwhelming, and even infuriating at times...just like I imagine parenting neurotypical children would be, too! 

It’s perfectly normal to...