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May 25, 20235 min read

The Rise and Falls of No Change in Routine

It's been a hot minute since I've been able to write a blog post. Let me tell you why. I feel stuck. Every day is pretty much the same,...

Mar 28, 20232 min read

What Is PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)?

I learned something new today, and ironically enough, it was from Tik Tok (education comes in all forms, people). This morning I heard of...

Feb 16, 20234 min read

Regressions Are Hard

I think one of the hardest things to go through as an ASD mom is your kiddo's regressions. Don't get me wrong - all kids have...

Jan 23, 20233 min read

To Med or Not To Med - That's My Question of the Day

How many mama's out there have their kids on medication "for" their Autism? How hard was that decision for you to make? Nate has been on...

Dec 7, 20222 min read

Christmas Gift Guide

I had a friend ask for some advice when it came to shopping for a kiddo with ASD. She wanted to make sure she was getting something...

Oct 4, 20223 min read

The Brave Face

I've been struggling lately. A lot. Every time I sit down to write, I get in my head thinking, "is what I'm saying actually making a...

Sep 9, 20225 min read

Off to School = Time for a New Schedule

I don't know about any of you, but I don't think I ever felt this much anxiety about starting school when I was the one going. Preparing...

Aug 29, 20224 min read

And the World Record for Saying "Keep that out of your mouth" Goes to...

We all know when we sign up to be a parent that there's going to be the obligatory issues/problems/milestones, like the obsession with...