When my son was very young and newly diagnosed with Autism, everyone was sure he would be “just fine”.
A single father shares how being shaped by his nonverbal son and teenage daughter reframed what strength, love, and success really mean.
Tag: parenting advice
My Kid Loves This Awful Snow
I knew she had her hooks deep into this snow day and wanted nothing more than to jump into the yard like a drunk elf on a trampoline.
Raising A Girl Who Can Do Anything
She will become who she becomes because that’s who she’s meant to be, not because her choices were limited.
Teaching Harsh Realities To Innocent Minds
Diapers and feedings can be outsourced to a nanny or a babysitter. Teaching them about the sometimes-harsh world around them is a job that only a parent should do.
Doing What’s Right For My Child With Autism
The help you turn away today could be the exact resource they might need tomorrow.
The Silly Moments Are Most Important
You don’t need to spend money to make them happen. You don’t even have to leave your house.
You Can’t Just Spoil Them
Those items we give them and their reactions, in the moment, mean nothing. Those things are just temporary.
Times That Call For Tough Parenting
If you don’t have at least a few moments in life where your kid really dislikes you, then you’re dropping the ball.
Talking To Kids About Autism
I pulled all the walls down and spoke to them as plainly as possible. I wasn’t hiding anything about who he is.
Why I’ll Never Squash Her Spirit
Snap at a friend and they dismiss it. Do the same to your kid, they’ll bring it up at Thanksgiving when you’re 60.
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