Trying to “help” can break a connection, instead of building it.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: neurodiversity
I Stopped Trying to Teach My Non-Verbal Son to Talk. That’s When Communication Started.
This isn’t a story about speech. It’s about trust, connection, and meeting my son where he already was.
The Holiday Spirit, According to My Nonverbal Son
My nonverbal son doesn’t care about gifts, decorations, or Santa, but he understands the true spirit of the holidays more than most of us ever will
Letting Someone In Means Letting Them See It All
Dating as a single dad to a teenager and a nonverbal child with autism means more than most people realize.
No, My Nonverbal Son Doesn’t Understand Everything I Say…And That’s OK
Admitting my nonverbal son doesn’t understand some things isn’t insulting. It’s accepting.
When My Son With Autism Reminds Me to Slow Down
It’s a prime example that the world can wait a few minutes when we need it to.
When a Child With Autism Melts Down, Don’t Hit Record
Trust like this doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time, sometimes years, of being there when your child needs you most.
The Things I Never Understood About My Nonverbal Son Until Years Later
In 2011, I thought my son had said his first word. Years later, I finally understood what was really happening. This is the story of how I learned to see my nonverbal son exactly as he is.
The Christmas Tradition That Taught Me How My Son Really Learns
Every year, Lucas hangs a single ornament on our Christmas tree. This time, he showed me just how much a child can learn without anyone noticing.
My Nonverbal Son Dressed Himself and I Almost Missed It
It’s not just about pajamas. It’s about progress, independence, and realizing my son may be capable of more than I ever imagined.
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