She will become who she becomes because that’s who she’s meant to be, not because her choices were limited.
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: teaching
Believe In Santa
When you stop believing, Santa stops coming, right?
Balancing Autism and Discipline
It’s part of parenting and doesn’t stop because my child has Autism.
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.
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.
My Child’s Special Education and Me
Whether your child is entering school this year or has been there for years, your role in their advancement can’t be overstated.
Teaching Our Kids About Those Who Are Different
Teach them to fear Styrofoam and they will cower at packing peanuts forever unless someone shows them how you were wrong. Teach them to fear people and the same thing will happen.
When They’re Not Being Little Jerks
You don’t have to be expressly called a dipstick by an elementary school kid in order to feel like one.
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