Homeschooling can seem like a daunting task, especially for parents of autistic children. But if you’re willing to be flexible with how you work with your child/student, you can enjoy all the benefits of homeschooling without the hassles of a formal public school education.

One of...

And more importantly, how can you become one?!

The definition of ‘engaged’ is “to be or to act with energy and enthusiasm.” When we talk about an engaged autism parent, we’re talking about a parent who is energized and enthusiastic about helping their child...

A mom’s life is full of trials and tribulations... especially if she’s raising a child with additional needs who happens to be autistic. Some days, it can seem like nothing is easy….

Often, these women feel isolated, lonely, and depressed. They start to view their...

A growing number of autism moms and dads are turning to a new group of support professionals - self-care coaches - who help them reclaim balance in their lives. 

Self-care coaches understand how difficult it can be to navigate the emotional roller coaster of being a parent raising an...

The Children's Developmental Disabilities program in Idaho helps families of children with developmental disabilities get the services and support they need.

But applying for it can be a bit overwhelming. That’s why I created this step-by-step guide for parents to apply for...

Ever feel like you want someone to tell you you're doing a good job parenting your autistic kid, but no one ever does? 

Do you long for the days when your kids acknowledge the effort you’ve put into helping them grow and thrive?

I think most of us feel like this from...

Parenting an autistic child can be incredibly rewarding, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. Autism parents often find themselves juggling various responsibilities and can easily become overwhelmed and burnt out. 

To sustain their well-being and continue providing the...

Discover how the Katie Beckett Waiver process works, how to fill out your child’s application, and why it's so important that you complete it for your autistic child!

Idaho, like most other states, offers a way for the parents of disabled children to access Medicaid services...

5 Ways Self-Care Coaching Can Help You Thrive

I've developed an approach to self-care coaching that empowers parents and caregivers to support their child(ren) in achieving success in school, at home, and in life. This is an approach to supporting kids and families with autism that has...

Autism Moms get a lot of press (not all of it good)...but what about all the Autism Dads out there? 

Here are 9 ways Autism Dads are key to helping their autistic children thrive!

They Are A Role Model

Fathers play a crucial role in modeling resilience and strength,...