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What I Wish I Could Express to the Friend I Distanced Myself From
Get Pregnant Fast As I reflect on our friendship, I feel an overwhelming sense of love for you, even though we rarely see each other. We often joke about how busy life is—jobs, family, and responsibilities occupy our time. We promise that this month will be the one where we finally make plans to reconnect,…
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Understanding My Child’s Meltdowns: Why Home is Different from School
Get Pregnant Fast Tonight, as my son walked through the door after a long day at school, I sensed something was amiss. It was as if a silent alarm went off in my mind. Call it maternal instinct or perhaps just years of experience, but I could tell he was overwhelmed. After holding it together…
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How Humor Became My Lifeline After a Transformative Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast By: Maya Thompson I once envisioned myself as the quintessential mom, effortlessly nurturing my little one in a backyard filled with sunshine. I imagined us joyfully creating finger-paint masterpieces, followed by a wholesome snack of organic fruits and Greek yogurt. My child would gaze up at me with unconditional love, and I…
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The Five Emotional Phases Following an Autism/ADHD Diagnosis
Get Pregnant Fast When I first cradled my daughter in my arms, gazing into her bright blue eyes, I was overwhelmed with love and hope. I envisioned her laughter, her future dance recitals, and even the wedding dress she might choose someday. The dreams of mother-daughter bonding filled my heart. Fast forward three years, and…
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What I Needed Most When My Son Was Diagnosed with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jenna Carter Date: Jan. 3, 2018 “When you can’t find the silver lining, I will be here with you in the shadows.” — Unknown Receiving a diagnosis of autism for your child, or any neurological condition, can be overwhelmingly frightening. Perhaps you had an inkling of what was to come, or…
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Support and Kindness: Embracing the Reality of Raising a Child with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast To all the parents, friends, and loved ones of those navigating the complexities of autism, this message is for you. We understand that you may feel caught in an uncomfortable position. If you acknowledge that something might be off with our child’s development, it can lead to defensiveness on our part. Conversely,…
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My Child Is Not ‘Naughty’; He Has Autism
Get Pregnant Fast To the man I encountered at the grocery store last week, who felt the need to scold my son for being “naughty,” have you any idea of the fear you instilled in him? To the mother who disregarded my child’s attempt to greet you and remarked to a mutual friend, “He does…
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Why I Authorized My Daughter’s School to Restrain Her: A Mother’s Dilemma
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mother comes with countless milestones, and not all of them are the joyous kind. Sure, we celebrate the first steps and the first words, but then there are those moments that catch you off guard—like the first time you grab a baby wipe to clean your face after a long…
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Don’t Overlook the Small Moments
Get Pregnant Fast This little guy in the photo? He’s my inspiration. This snapshot was taken at a typical fast-food joint, a place where countless parents have snapped similar pictures of their kids. Amidst his scrunched-up smile and the remnants of a cheeseburger, it might be hard to recognize the significance of this moment. For…