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Parenting by James GuttmanMay 21, 20256:38 am
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I Was Ready to Fight the World for My Son

The world proved me wrong.

Parenting by James GuttmanMay 19, 20256:58 am
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I Don’t Measure My Non-Verbal Son by Milestones

I don’t love my kids for the things they can or can’t do. I love them for who they are.

Parenting by James GuttmanMay 14, 20256:27 am
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What My Son Can’t Do Doesn’t Define What He Can

In other words, just because he can’t speak doesn’t mean he can’t do so much more.

Parenting by James GuttmanMay 12, 20257:00 amMay 13, 2025
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Parenting My Growing Son With Autism Takes More Than Strength

I want a kid who is good all the time, not just when his dad is there.

Parenting by James GuttmanMay 7, 20256:57 am
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Why I Take My Non-Verbal Son Out, Even When Neither of Us Wants To

This was not Coachella. This was Seaford.

Parenting by James GuttmanMay 5, 20256:42 am
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“Severe Autism”: Awareness, Acceptance, and Saying the Words

When I think of “severe autism,” I think of another kid… doing what Lucas is doing.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 30, 20257:43 am
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If You Don’t Know My Son, You Don’t Know What’s Best

We’ll call you if we need anything. But, as of today, we’re good.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 28, 20257:17 am
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Why I Needed My Non-Verbal Son As Much As He Needed Me

He’s my rock, my ride or die, and his need for me isn’t fickle or fake.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 23, 20257:29 am
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My Son’s Autism Is Profound… And I Still Don’t Want to Cure Him

From what I’ve seen, autism isn’t a disease. It’s his way of being.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 21, 20259:31 am
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Read My Latest Essay in HuffPost: “I Don’t Want a Cure for My Son’s Autism”

This week, I’m honored to share a piece I wrote for HuffPost Personal. It’s one of the most personal essays I’ve ever written about my son Lucas, the way we’ve grown together, and why I’ve […]

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