Does it ever feel like your autistic child just doesn’t want to do anything you ask them to do? Have they been diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder? 

If so, I’d like to introduce you to what is probably a more accurate diagnosis for them: PDA which stands for...

Parenting an autistic child comes with unique challenges that can drain your energy both physically and mentally. Autism parents must take care of themselves. Sometimes, that means finding ways to boost their energy levels in a way that will ensure they don’t end up having an energy crash...

As parents, it's our job to be attentive, caring, and patient with our children. Sometimes, though, we're so focused on giving them what they need, we lose sight of ourselves. We put them first, which is fine, for a short time, as long as we aren't neglecting ourselves. 

If you have...

Daily meditation has a long list of scientifically proven benefits, including:

• Reduced stress levels
• Increased emotional health
• Decreased feelings of anxiety

Sounds exactly like what autism parents need…right!?

This meditation is designed for daily use, or whenever you need a few...

As autism moms learn about the complexities of navigating the disability system, and getting their child(ren) the support they need, they often find themselves pulled away from their own passions and identity…

As a mom, I’ve spent the last 13+ years navigating the world of...

As an autism parent, managing your responsibilities and keeping yourself healthy and happy can be challenging, to say the least...

There are some days I feel so drained it seems there’s nothing left inside me to give. 

I get tired of the constant emotional and physical...

When it comes to alcohol consumption by autism parents, there’s a lot to unpack…today, we shed light on a crucial aspect of parenting autistic children: alcohol consumption. 

It's essential for autism parents to practice self-care. And being mindful of their alcohol...

If you're an Autism parent, then you know all too well that self-care can be hard to come by. But, it’s essential to your mental health. You know the whole oxygen mask on the airplane saying, but it’s true! You can’t help others unless you are taking care of...

Sadly, judgment seems like it’s just part of parenting these days…but when you’re raising an autistic child, the judgment is often taken to a whole new level. 

This article shows you how to navigate the challenges you face as an autism parent, and gives you nine...