Unfiltered Life
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Handling aggression in autistic children can feel overwhelming and honestly, heartbreaking. You might find yourself in tears, questioning every parenting decision you’ve ever made, and wondering if you’ll ever really get through to your child. These moments can be loud, chaotic, and scary — for you and for them. The good news? There are reasons…
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So, you’ve brought life into the world, and now you’re a superhero mom juggling a thousand tasks and taking care of your little one. As weeks go by, life is starting to return to normal. Your hormones are beginning to even out, and your body and muscles are starting to heal and strengthen. You might…
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Grocery shopping alone can be a tedious chore, but add two kids into the mix—one of whom is an 11-year-old nonverbal child on the autism spectrum—and it becomes an epic adventure. As a parent, I’ve navigated the grocery store battlefield numerous times. Through my many experiences, I’ve come up with a strategy that transforms this…
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Is your child dye-sensitive? Artificial dyes are notorious for causing behavioral reactions in children on the spectrum—especially Red 40. In my experience, drinks containing Red 40 can trigger intense emotional reactions and even aggressive outbursts in my son. Once you start reading ingredient labels, you’ll be shocked to see just how many “kid-friendly” drinks include…
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As the mother of a nonverbal autistic child, few things are more intimidating than venturing out into the real world. Something as simple as going to the grocery store can be physically draining and emotionally overwhelming. Through a lot of trial and error, I’ve developed a few strategies and coping mechanisms that make these trips…
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As the mother of a child on the spectrum, the most offensive and annoying statements I get are: “He’s just a picky eater,” or “he’ll eat when he’s hungry.” In reality, he is not a picky eater and no amount of hunger will encourage him to consume a food he is averse to. Sensory food…