Mama, Take Time To Absorb This New Life

Autism is unconditional love. Autism is hard. Autism is constant struggles. Autism is often full of denials. I received a message from a new mama struggling to accept her son’s diagnosis and trying to find the words to tell her family. I couldn’t give her a magical answer. All I could say was the words will come when you’re ready. Do not rush the emotions. Take time for yourself to absorb the diagnosis. It is life altering. It is shattering. I can honestly say I didn’t accept the Autism diagnosis…

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A Letter To The Mom With A Newly Diagnosed Child

Dear Mama,  I know you’re probably feeling every single emotion flooding through your body right now…  And I wish that I was there to wrap my arms around you and give you the big loving hug you so desperately need.  I may not physically be there with you, but please know that I am here…along with an army of fierce mamas who have been exactly where you are.  I’ve been on this journey for almost 9 years now and there are a few things I’ve learned along the way.  Many…

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To The Parent of a Newly Diagnosed Child

Hiya there friend, Your child has just been diagnosed with Autism. You heard about me from a friend of a friend. Or maybe you found me on Instagram. Or you emailed me at 1 am as you were frantically googling autism in the middle of the night. You are so confused and scared. You feel like you’ve lost control of your life. I see you. I understand what you are feeling. I was you. I am you. You are going to look to me for hope. You are going to…

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