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Autism Mom Burnout : Avoid it with These 5 Tips!

July 8, 2021

Avoid Autism Mom Burnout

Avoid Autism Mom Burnout with these 5 tips ! Burnout is characterized by physical and mental exhaustion, detachment and feelings of ineffectiveness or lack of accomplishment. Autism mama, don’t let stress take over your world, take back your power NOW! How to avoid autism mom burnout 1. Avoid autism mom burnout by planning activities for your child….

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Explaining autism to siblings (+ free printable conversation prompts)

July 7, 2021

Explaining Autism to Siblings

Do you need help explaining autism to siblings? Parents of children with autism often have difficulty explaining autism to their other children. You are not alone and these tips will make the process go more smoothly. Living with an autistic sibling presents its own unique set of challenges and helping siblings understand autism is important….

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Life Changing Daily Journal Prompts for Autism Moms : Journal Prompts for Self Discovery

April 19, 2019

Daily Journal Prompts for Autism Moms

If you are looking for journal prompts for moms, this is the post for you. Journaling is a fantastic tool for calming down, creating a better mood, documenting part of your life and connecting with yourself more deeply. If you are looking for daily journal prompts for moms, journal prompts for self discovery, topics to…

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8 Real Work from Home Jobs That Are Perfect for Autism Moms

December 3, 2018

8 Real Work at Home Jobs that are perfect for autism moms

In this post, you will find real work from home jobs that are perfect for autism moms. Whether you are looking to supplement your income with work you can do at home while caring for your child, or even looking to replace your full-time income, there is something for everyone on this list. 8 real…

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10 Coping Strategies for Stress as an Autism Mom

November 14, 2018

10 Coping Strategies for Stress as an Autism Mom

As an autism mom, you will be under stress. The stress of parenting an autistic child is no joke. Autism moms have stress similar to combat soldiers. Being stressed out on a regular basis, increases your cortisol levels which is not healthy and not sustainable. Finding coping strategies for stress that you can do on…

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What to do when your autistic child won’t go to school (5 actionable tips)

September 5, 2018

What to do when your autistic child won't go to school #autism

Back to school can bring a whole new set of challenges for parents of children with autism. One of the questions I receive often in my practice is what do when your autistic child won’t go to school. Flat out refuses. Throws a fit. Clings to the bed. Screams, hits, hides… you get the picture….

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How to feel awake after little sleep : 14 tips for autism moms

June 1, 2018

How to feel awake after little sleep : 14 tips for autism moms

Wondering how to feel awake after little sleep? Parents of children with autism are often sleep deprived. Children with autism can have a plethora of sleep issues including difficulty falling asleep, repeatedly waking during the night, going to bed excessively late and waking up way too early. When your child doesn’t sleep, you don’t sleep…

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20 Best Self-Help Books For Women

May 29, 2018

20 Best Self-Help Books For Women

You will love this list of self-help books For women! A lifelong mission to continue developing confidence, self-awareness and personal happiness is crucial for every woman. There are so many self-help books out there aimed at helping women achieve their self-development goals. I love Aristotle’s “entelechy” principle which describes the process of becoming ourselves. It can…

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Autism gifts for moms

April 22, 2018

Autism gifts for moms #autism #autismmom #autismmum #autismmommy #autismmummy

These Autism gifts for moms are for YOU if you think your child’s autism is a gift and love to celebrate it loud and clear and/or someone in your life is an awesome autism mama and you want to celebrate them with a thoughtful gift. 🌷 (We have included affiliate links for your convenience. You can read…

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Early signs of autism in babies

February 1, 2018

Early signs of autism in babies #autism #autismawareness #specialneeds #spd #sensoryprocessing - speciallearninghouse.com

These are some of the earliest signs of autism in babies. If you suspect that your baby may be exhibiting some of these signs, I recommend consulting a doctor for a professional opinion. If you do recognize signs of autism in your baby, starting an adapted learning program as early as possible has been shown…

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