A mom in one of my Facebook groups shared about this free online Autism conference. It’s a week long and has over 40 sessions for parents of children on the spectrum. Sessions Include: – How To Be An Effective Advocate For Your Child – How to turn deficits into strengths – How to use specific … Read more
When I discovered these cookies on Pinterest I just had to share them. I clicked on about 15 different images taking me to spam websites but I kept searching and finally found where this picture originated from. These cookies are from the blog, The Sweet Adventures Of Sugarbelle. The cute labels can be found over … Read more
Puzzle pieces are a well known symbol for Autism awareness. Here are a few of my favorite pieces of jewelry for the mother or grandmother of a child with Autism. {Click on the images to be taken to the websites they come from} *** *** *** *** ***
(Update 4/26/2018: CDC estimate of autism prevalence increases to 15%. Now 1 in 59 children.) (Update 4/2/14: The new numbers are 1 in 68.) 1 in 88. That’s the new number that’s being given from the CDC. 1 in 88 children have Autism. My son, Lucas, is one of those 88. I see it when he … Read more
Welcome to the Charity Hopping Around the World Giveaway Hop Hosted by: I Am A Reader, Not A Writer Reading Away the Days Reading a Little Bit of Everything *** Purpose: To promote a charity that you support. All bloggers will be giving away an item related to their charity or something book related. **** … Read more
In December, Lucas was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. We found out about this wonderful non-profit, Stories of Autism, that is “dedicated to heightening autism awareness through the exhibition of its portraits and stories of children and adults on the autism spectrum.” They match children who have Autism to a local photographer to tell the … Read more
Lucas was diagnosed as being on the Autism Spectrum on Tuesday and since then I have spent hours looking for resources to help me understand Autism and how best to help him. I came across some free resources offered by Autism Speaks. One is a 100 Day Kit to help families make the best use … Read more
I was so excited to find this that I just had to share… AMC Entertainment is partnering with The Autism Society to bring Sensory Friendly Films to select communities on a monthly basis. According to their website, “the program provides a special opportunity for families to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting … Read more