If you have spent any time in the autism community, you have likely heard the word “stimming.” To an outsider, these repetitive movements or sounds might look unusual, but in our village, we know they are a vital part of how our kids navigate and process the world around them.
What Is Stimming? A Simple Guide to Understanding Sensory Needs Read More »
It has been 4 solid years since schools have been in session full-time. The COVID period may seem like a distant memory for some. Not for this autism family. My oldest autistic son, N, did wonderfully during the pandemic. He logged in each day and participated in his “distance learning” sessions for hours with minimal support from us. However, our son, L, has profound autism.
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Navigating Your First IEP Meeting From Intimated to Empowered Walking into a room filled with “experts”—teachers, psychologists, speech therapists, and administrators—can make any parent feel small. The table is often covered in thick folders, standardized test scores, and legal jargon. This is your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting, and while the school knows the
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