autism

Motherly Stories

Learning and growing alongside my child, a musician on the autism spectrum

For a kid who was never invited to a birthday party growing up, Spenser has now found his place in the music community. It changed his life. And mine.

Viral & Trending

Nonverbal teen says his little brother’s name in viral video that will leave you sobbing

"All a parent like me ever wants is a glimpse inside their child's secret world — and we're getting it now."

Parenting

How to travel for the holidays when your child has autism or a disability, according to an occupational therapist

There's so much potential for challenges, but so much potential for fun, too.

Motherly Stories

My son has autism: Here are 5 things you can do to help families like ours thrive

I believe that people are inherently good, and any missteps when dealing with autism come from people with good intentions just not sure what to do or say.

Motherly Stories

6 things I wish I’d known when my child was diagnosed with autism

I only wish someone could have told me that we would find our place, we would be supported and my child would thrive.

Child Learn & Play

15 fun crafts for kids with autism

15 crafts and activities kids can do at home to help develop their fine motor skills while having fun!

Motherly Stories

10 things I wish someone had told me about raising a neurodiverse child

You can do this—and you can do it well.

Child Milestones

For my autistic child, these are the non-traditional milestones we measure

I wasn’t surprised when my child received an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis at three years old—I was exhausted and scared. 

Motherly Stories

I’m the mom of a child with autism. Here are 3 things I want people to know

Like most mothers, I will fight to create opportunities for my son to thrive.

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Nonspeaking student with autism delivers brilliant commencement speech

Rollins College valedictorian Elizabeth Bonker urges her fellow graduates to use their voices, serve others, and see the value in everyone they meet.

Motherly Stories

10 things I’ve learned as a mom to an autistic child

Being the mom of an autistic child isn't easy, but here's 10 things I've learned that have helped us navigate this journey a little easier. 

Health & Wellness

CDC and AAP just changed developmental milestone guidelines for the first time in decades

Here’s what parents need to know.