Mothers raising autistic children and other parents of special needs children often carry a quiet, exhausting question: how to invite creativity and connection when sensory sensitivities in autism can turn “fun” activities into shutdowns or meltdowns. Between school pressures, therapies, and the loneliness of always having to explain, arts engagement for children with learning disabilitiesContinue reading “Helping Your Autistic Child Thrive with Gentle Arts and Faith-Based Support”
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“Why limited-edition parents are inclined to write about their experiences and insights.”
I know that it may sound silly, but I feel calling our children “limited edition” is a fun way to express how unique and special they are to us. It’s like they’re one-of-a-kind treasures that we get to cherish every day. Of course having this collectable mindset about children can be seen as materialistic andContinue reading ““Why limited-edition parents are inclined to write about their experiences and insights.””
What to Consider When House Hunting With an Autistic Child
Moving is never just moving. For families with autistic children, it can be a high-stakes decision loaded with unseen variables. Every space you tour, every floor plan you scroll through—each one holds the potential to either soothe or overstimulate. You’re not just looking for square footage or curb appeal. You’re searching for a home thatContinue reading “What to Consider When House Hunting With an Autistic Child”
Life as a special mother 