Summary Today on the podcast we’ll be sitting on the back porch talking about taking better care of YOU. In this episode you will discover: What is self-care? Why we need to take care of ourselves as parents and caregivers. The obstacles to self-care and why it’s so difficult. What you can start doing today to take better care of ... Continue Reading
How To Survive An Autism Crisis
Parents of children on the autism spectrum know all too well that things can take a turn for the worst at any given moment. If your situation is anything like mine, it often happens when you least expect it. Autism Crisis Examples: You’re having a nice family dinner at your local corporate restaurant, and on the way out, your child pulls the ... Continue Reading
The Day I Was A Bad Mom
I have a confession to make. And it’s a biggie. Yesterday I let my 18-year-old autistic son play video games for 4 hours straight. Yes, you read that correctly, FOUR hours. According to the recommended screen-time rules of my helicopter-parenting generation, I am officially a “bad mom”. Now before you call child protective services, let me ... Continue Reading
