It’s a path I never expected to travel, but am glad I had the courage to walk it.
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
Tag: special needs parents
Keeping My Non-Verbal Son Clean And Handsome
I’m not letting him sludge his way through life. My boy looks good. I make sure of it.
My Special Needs Son Changed How I See The World
We may struggle to help our children, but we never struggle to love them
He Showed Me That I Can Do Anything
I knew nothing about autism and nothing about being non-verbal. Hell, I knew nothing about having a son.
Chicken And Orange Juice
It’s not about words. It’s about communicating.
No Eating The Laundry!
No blankies in sight. That’s when he goes on the hunt like Elmer Fudd at Bed, Bath, and Beyond.
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
The Relentless Persistence Of My Child With Autism
He wants what he wants when he wants it and will ask you repeatedly.
Writing “The Expectant Father’s Activity Book”
From the moment I heard the concept, I knew it would reach far beyond dads-to-be and grab onto everyone withing arm’s length.
