Note: When this blog post was written, person-first language was the generally preferred convention for speaking about autism. We realize that terminology changes over...
Note: When this blog post was written, person-first language was the generally preferred convention for speaking about autism. We realize that terminology changes over...
I have two older bonus daughters, currently sixteen and eighteen, whom I met when they were thirteen and fifteen. Given their age when we...
As the parent of a preschooler, I constantly wonder if I'm doing the right thing. Especially when it comes to her social-emotional growth. I...
We recognize that there is discussion within the autism community regarding person-first versus identify-first language. It's important to note that there is no consensus...
"Mom, I seriously don't know how to do any of the problems on this test." The day Levi said this, I began asking, "Does...
Autism reminds me of a rainbow. No two colors are the exact same shade. It would be difficult to find a person on the...
As our children get older, the challenges of parenting shift from lack of sleep and potty training to friend feuds and struggles in school....
I don't take it for granted that we got very, very lucky. The night after our son David was born, he slept six hours...
My niece made homemade gifts for everyone for the holidays. They were sweet, adorable, and she had clearly thought about each one of us...
As young kids grow they are naturally curious and creative. It's a great time to get them thinking about the world around them.
There are...
One of the most bittersweet aspects of motherhood is when your sweet little babies start to become independent toddlers and preschoolers. Everything becomes "I...
Toddlers are notorious for tantrums and meltdowns. They are skillful ninjas that have mastered the dodge-and-run tactic. They are professionals at saying, "NO." They...
We were driving north on I-25 on this particular day, headed to some appointment or another after a full day of work/school. I had...
In + Around ABQ
Guide to 4th of July in the Albuquerque Area :: Fireworks,...
Hot dogs, baseball, apple pie, fireworks, family time, and sparklers. We could go on and on. The Fourth of July is here!
The United States...
