Since we learned that A-Man is autistic two years ago, a LOT has changed.
We learned that I’m also autistic.
We learned that autism (in our family) may be caused by a genetic abnormality called Fragile X.
We learned that autism isn’t a negative thing at all, and we started to truly embrace our autism.
100+ Things to Know About Autism
It’s been an outrageous few years, so I wanted to share what I’ve learned with you, in case you’re not quite as far along on your journey as we are.
So I decided to put together these 100 Things to Know About Autism.
There’s actually a bit more than 100…. Because, why not, right?
And I’ll continue to update this post with new things I learn, so be sure to pin it on Pinterest so you can check it again and again!
Things to Know About Parenting an Autistic Child
5 Crazy Secrets That They Don’t Tell You About Autism
Yes, I’m “Sensitive” for My Autistic Son
When the Doctor Said My Son’s Autism was Just My Parenting
4 Simple Words All Autism Moms Need to Know
Super Simple Ways to Deal with Judgements About Autism
3 Stupid Simple Ways Millennials Can Avoid Raising Brats
Encouraging Bible Verses for Special Needs Moms
I Am THAT Mom With the Screaming Kids in the Grocery Store
Dear Mom of an Autistic Child: You Can Do This
5 Things to Remember When Autism Zaps Your Energy
Keeping Friendships After an Autism Diagnosis
Dear Mom At the Park, Here’s What I Wish You Knew…
Resting and Self-Care for Autism Mamas
Scripture for Special Needs | Encouragement for the Days You’ve Had Enough
Forgiving Myself for Denying the Signs of Autism
What Happens if I Spoil My Child with Autism
Hyper-vigilance and Mothering a Child with Autism
How Raising a Child with Autism Teaches Me Global Citizenship
Autism and Wandering: What One Mom Wants You to Know
Things to Know About the Initial Autism Diagnosis
To the Mom Who Just Received Her Child’s Autism Diagnosis
Then She Asked, “Are you autistic?” (The story of my own autism journey)
What Autistics Wish You Knew About Your Autistic Child
How (And Why) You Should Find Your Autism Tribe Online
5 Simple Reasons it Seems Like Everyone is Autistic These Days
The Wide Spectrum: Why I Hate Functioning Labels
Thoughts on Official Autism Diagnosis
Join the Facebook Group for Autistic Self-Advocates and Parents of Autistic Kids!
What to Do After an Autism Diagnosis
Tips and Tales from a Reformed Anti-Labeler
Early Signs of Autism to Look For
Therapies to Explore After an Autism Diagnosis
Things to Know About Autism Coping Strategies
3 Simple Ways to Help Your Autistic Child Make Friends
Everything You Need to Know About PECS
4 Simple Reasons to Get Your Child a Weighted Blanket
Failing My Son and the Routines He Can’t Explain
Autism Therapy Options That May Surprise You
Learning to Be Gentle with Fish Toys
The Music Pillow that Changed My Son’s Sleep
Is Your Church Autism-Friendly?
Personal Hygiene and Bathroom Resources for Autistic Kids and Teens
Why Aquatic Therapy is a Great Choice for Your Autistic Child
How Visual Schedules Help With Time Management
How to Get Started With PECS for Your Autistic Child
4 Steps to Managing Aggressive Behaviors
13 Powerful Phrases to Calm an Angry Child
Free Printables for Autistic Children
Sleep Strategies for Kids with Autism
3 Super Simple Steps to Help Angry Children Recognize Triggers
Mealtime Strategies for Kids with Hyperlexia or Autism
The Benefits of Using Visual Schedules
When Food is Your Child’s Enemy
How to Help a Child with Autism With Change
Why I Play For a Living (An intro to play therapy!)
(Don’t forget to pin this post so you can come back and read more later!)
Things to Know About Understanding Your Autistic Child
The Behavior Workshop Free 4-Part Series to Understand Your Child’s Difficult Behavior
5 Things to Understand About Autism and Communication
The Parent’s Guide to Understanding Autism Meltdowns
Literature: The Best Books About Autism
The Real Problem with Autism Functioning Labels
4 Simple Ways to Tell a Tantrum from a Sensory Meltdown
Autism in Girls And How It’s Different Than Boys
Eating Struggles for Autistic Children
Get the Autism Book: What I Wish I Knew When I Got His Diagnosis
Things to Know About Autism Advocacy
Self-Advocacy Explained: The Practical Guide to Autism for Parents
Person-First or Identity Language?
When You Don’t Fit in Autism Support Groups
4 Simple Reasons I Don’t Support Autism Speaks
Yes, I Say He’s Autistic: And Other Reasons I’m an Unpopular Autism Mama
What All Parents Should Know About Disabled Self-Advocates
What in the World is the Neurodiversity Movement?
5 Shocking Reasons Not to “Light It Up Blue” This April
The Ridiculously Simple Way to Know if Something is Ableist
Vaccines and Autism (Why This Belief is Problematic)
The Story of Understanding and Overcoming an Autism Diagnosis (By an Autistic Author!)
The Superkids Guide to Conquering Every Day
Things to Know About Homeschooling Autistic Kids
Is Homeschooling My Autistic Son Hurting Other Kids?
Autism-Friendly Kindergarten Curriculum
Independent Fine Motor Activity for Autistic Preschoolers
Ridiculously Simple ABC Sensory Bin for Autistic Preschoolers
Super Simple and Fun Farm Sensory Bottle for Autistic Preschoolers
What You Need to Know, Mrs. Betsy Devos
Autism and Montessori Practical Life
Simple Transition Strategies for Autistic Kids
Homeschooling My Autistic Child
How to Homeschool Your Child with Special Needs
Things to Know About Autism and Anxiety
How to Create a Calm Down Kit for Autistic and Anxious Kids
Autism and Anxiety: Making the Decision to Medicate
The Difference Between ODD and Rigidity in Autistic Kids
I have a Austim daughter we adopted her and had her since she was 3lbs and 1oz .we wouldn’t Trade her for anything. She is our world we also have three grown daughters ages 23, 20, 21 can we go, and she is eightWe have a granddaughter this to another granddaughter on the way and a grandson that is sexy. And love our family and we love our daughter no matter what we love her no less.
My brother has autism and my mother did not take special precaution I was also the one who spent a lot of time handling my brother an I always knew he was different and without exactly knowing what I quickly adapted to ways that helped my brother get threw routine, socializing, anxiety, and his interests. I pretended to act out as his imaginary friends which he used in situations of anxiety such as grocery store outings, just being around large groups of other children, I always made sure he felt as if I understood him or would interpret an protect him in situations he felt like he didn’t fit in, if he took interest in certain movies, genres, games, music I made sure I listened to all the exciting new things he found out about those topics, patience with him always letting him feel as if what he was doing was a success an accomplishment and if he struggled I helped I also physically helped him repeatedly threw steps with chores routine, reminding him of self care as I did it such as I’m taking a shower an then it’s your turn and rewarding such as then we can watch a movie together, I let him know when he struggles or feels differently it’s a special thing an that kids should envy him because his brain thinks differently an remind him of successful autistic people like the man who created Pokémon