Tag: Neurodiversity
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Stop Using Autism as a Reason to Avoid Vaccination: Here’s Why
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s digital age, it’s easy to get lost in the noise of social media. I often find myself scrolling through various posts, trying to avoid the political debates that seem to lead nowhere. It’s disheartening to see so many people treating every article with a byline as credible information. My perspective…
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9 Realities of Parenting a Child with ADHD
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is a journey filled with unique challenges, particularly when raising a child diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Whether you’re navigating the toddler years or facing the tumultuous teenage phase, your experiences are likely shared by many parents of children with ADHD—approximately 11% of kids aged 4 to 17, according…
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Why I’m Eagerly Anticipating Summer Vacation
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, there’s nothing quite like the anticipation of summer vacation, especially when you have a child like my eight-year-old son, Liam, who has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). For much of the year, he navigates a school environment that often feels more like a challenge than a place of learning.…
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Navigating the Challenges of Autism While Cherishing My Son
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 7 p.m. Your child is in full meltdown mode, resisting bath time with all his might. Tears stream down his face, marking a path through the day’s grime. You’ve tried everything—bribes, a calm voice, visual schedules, and timers—yet nothing seems to work. The simple request for a bath has turned into…
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My Child Has Autism, But I Hope It’s Not the Only Thing People See
Get Pregnant Fast I could see it in her eyes—a quick flash, a momentary glimpse of uncertainty that hit me hard. Today was “Monsters and Mummies Day” at Ava’s summer camp. While Ava isn’t fond of either, her creativity shone through as she crafted an impressive “Cat Alien” costume. (Her love for cats has been…
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My 9-Year-Old Self-Diagnosed With Autism: A Journey of Discovery
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, during our bedtime routine, my insightful and wonderfully inquisitive 9-year-old son, whom I’ll call Jake, shared a story about his day at school. It was a tale from recess where another child, Max, was throwing stones and making threats. Although Jake had friends rallying around him, he was clearly rattled by…
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Understanding the Journey of Parenting a Child with High-Functioning Autism
Get Pregnant Fast April marks Autism Awareness Month, a time when my passion for raising awareness takes center stage. I immerse myself in autism blogs and stories shared by families navigating the complexities of severe autism. Their experiences are nothing short of inspiring. However, my perspective comes from the other end of the spectrum, dealing…