Your kid is watching. You can’t scream. You can’t yell. You can’t say all the bad things you’re dying to say.
I'm James Guttman, father of two children. One non-verbal with autism and one non stop verbal with attitude. New Posts: Every Monday and Wednesday
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The Unexpectant Father
I never know what fatherhood surprises are lurking around the corner.
Working To Form This Bond With My Non-Verbal Son
If there was any chance that we could have the relationship that I envisioned rather than the one I feared, I was going to do everything in my power to make it happen.
5 Misconceptions About My Child’s Autism
My son isn’t a doctor. He’s doesn’t line up shoes or toys. He doesn’t scream when hugged. He doesn’t count cards, toothpicks, or, well, anything. He’s none of those things
I Will Survive Raising This Twelve-Year-Old
Some moments she’s my little princess. Other moments she’s the evil queen.
The Relentless Persistence Of My Child With Autism
He wants what he wants when he wants it and will ask you repeatedly.
Taming The Lord Of The Living Room
Between quarantine and Summer break, it feels like he’s been in there for eons.
My Kid’s The One Sitting In The Middle Of The Playground
He won the standoff. He always wins the standoffs.
The High Price Of Not Spoiling Our Kids
I know that every cent spent is a minute earned burned, but she doesn’t.
A Gentle Soul In An Angry World
Even when I play-fight with him, he giggles and wraps his arms around me for hugs.
