parenting
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Autism Parenting and Hearing Loss
By Kaelen Jax. It was a Tuesday afternoon, right in the middle of a severe meltdown. I was sitting on the floor, holding my dysregulated child, doing everything I could to weather the storm. Then, my smartwatch tapped my wrist: “Loud Environment: Sound levels hit 90 decibels. Around 30 minutes at this level can cause… Continue reading
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From Crisis Manager Back to Mom: Finding Peace at the Crossroads of Facility Placement
By Sarah. I sat on the edge of my bed last night and looked at the fire damage on the wall. My son is thirteen. He is already over six feet tall. And a few days ago, in a moment of dysregulation that none of our usual de-escalation strategies could touch, he set a fire… Continue reading
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Observations on clothing and Autism
By: Seasoned Mom, a mom to two children with autism, ages 13 and 9. She is also the spouse of someone on the spectrum. Her education background is with teaching birth to third grade children with an emphasis on special education, specifically autism. The second most difficult thing to cope or manage in autism is… Continue reading
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When Life Gives You ADHD
By: K Donohue, a parent of a Child with ADHD When my son was born, I swear he popped out and started verbally telling me about his experience. He has always wanted to make sure he was heard. He got excited, interrupted conversations, got distracted, never sat still, impulsive, and had no fear but was… Continue reading
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How to Deal with Autistic Kids and Practical Tips
By: Anna Jackson As a parent of an autistic child, I have years of experience guiding and supporting a high-energy son who also has ADHD. I am dedicated to spreading awareness and providing support based on my experiences for individuals on the autism spectrum. In this article, you’ll find: Introduction: Before sharing my situation and… Continue reading
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A Parent’s Guide to Autism-Friendly Toys and Tools
By: Seasoned Mom. Seasoned Mom is a mom to two children with autism, ages 13 and 9. She is also the spouse of someone on the spectrum. Her education background is in teaching birth to third-grade children with an emphasis on special education, specifically autism. As a mama to two autistic children and an autistic… Continue reading
Neurodivergent Space 