Tag: autism
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My Son’s Challenge to Kindness: A Call to Action
Get Pregnant Fast “Mom, why can’t everyone just be kind?” This heartfelt question arose after a routine visit to the dentist for my son’s semi-annual checkup. Our family is fortunate to be surrounded by wonderful people, yet sometimes, we encounter those whose words and actions can sting. When venturing out, you never know how others…
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Just Keep Swimming: Navigating Life as a Parent of a Child with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast “Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming…” Who would have thought that I would find more solace in a forgetful blue fish than in a classic Disney princess? As a parent raising a child on the autism spectrum, I often feel like I’m battling the waves instead of gliding along with…
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Ask Me Anything: Navigating Parenting with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast When my son first began kindergarten with the assistance of a dedicated aide, I was met with the phrase, “He looks so normal,” countless times. And yes, he does appear to be typical—whatever that means. He looks like any other child, without any visible signs of difference. I would nod in agreement,…
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Navigating the Spectrum: A Perspective on Autism and Self-Identification
Get Pregnant Fast In a notable interview with Brian Williams on NBC, comedian Jerry Seinfeld recently expressed that he sees himself as existing somewhere on the autism spectrum. When asked why, he described certain traits: “You’re never paying attention to the right things. Basic social engagement is really a struggle. I’m very literal.” Seinfeld emphasized…
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I’m Going To Need Someone To Wave
Get Pregnant Fast Like every other morning, I dropped my son, Max, off at school today. The routine is well established: you enter from the north, circle around to the back entrance, and school staff greet you at your car with cheerful farewells—“Bye, have an amazing day! Love you!”—before you drive out the west exit.…
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Navigating Parenting with Lyme Disease
Get Pregnant Fast “Are there any special challenges related to your child that I should know about?” I stared at the two tiny blank lines on the form, barely enough space for a few concise sentences. My son, Max, is on the autism spectrum and faces various learning challenges, but there was already an IEP…
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Sesame Street’s New Character: A Step Toward Inclusivity for Everyone
Get Pregnant Fast In recent months, I’ve found myself navigating the waters of parenting a child diagnosed with autism. My son, Ethan, was officially diagnosed at the age of four. As a level 1 child who excels academically, his behavior sometimes falls outside what’s typically expected from kids on the spectrum. This has left me…
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Balancing the Needs of Neurotypical and ASD Children: The Everyday Challenge
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I often find myself grappling with the realization that I might be placing too many expectations on my neurotypical child. I witness it in the small moments—when he rises to meet our demands and accepts less than he deserves to help our family navigate through tough times. Those big,…