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A Celebration of Faith, Family and Neurodiversity
Amanda Perez
Dec 14, 20242 min read
Celebrating Neurodiversity
I was recently asked by a fellow Autism mommy (in a somewhat judgmental tone) what I am doing to treat Becca’s Autism, since she isn’t...
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Amanda Perez
Nov 29, 20248 min read
Autism, Parental Burnout, and Imposter Syndrome
Neurodivergent families face a lot of obstacles that arise in part from trying to function as “expected” in societies and systems that...
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Amanda Perez
Nov 9, 20245 min read
Getting Started with Visual Schedules
Parent-teacher conferences were this week, and Becca got amazing feedback from her teachers and her therapists. During the conversation,...
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Amanda Perez
Oct 27, 20243 min read
Children, Popcorn, and The Dangers of Comparison
I have seen this great quote circulating on social media for some years now, and every now and again I think about it: Popcorn is...
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Amanda Perez
Oct 21, 20247 min read
Empowerment Through Accountability
I used to work in an alternative high school in Harlem. The school was designed for students who were overage and under-credited and...
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Amanda Perez
Oct 13, 20246 min read
Navigating Food Aversions
This weekend, Becca's godparents celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary, and they had a beautiful second wedding. Becca got all...
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Amanda Perez
Oct 6, 20245 min read
Finding Peace: Navigating Parental Guilt
Parental guilt is a real thing. A very real thing. As a matter of fact, recent studies show that as much as 94% of moms and 50% of dads...
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Amanda Perez
Sep 29, 20244 min read
The Impact of Words: Talking to Parents of Autistic Kids
As a child growing up, I always heard the phrase "sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me". And while this is a...
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Amanda Perez
Sep 21, 20243 min read
To Stim or Not to Stim...
I have been asked about Becca's means of expression, especially since she does not use words to communicate yet. She uses body language,...
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Amanda Perez
Sep 15, 20247 min read
School - Our Journey So Far
Becca just started kindergarten. I thought I was ready. After all, she was in Pre-K for two years and we were all quite used to the...
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Amanda Perez
Sep 7, 20244 min read
Love and Understanding: Grandparents of Autistic Kids
Sunday, September 8 is Grandparent's Day, and we celebrate grandparents and the many wonderful ways that they contribute to the lives of...
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Amanda Perez
Sep 1, 20246 min read
Sleep Disturbances: An Inside Look
Research shows that over half of children with Autism - and possibly as many as four in five - have one or more chronic sleep problems. ...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20243 min read
Vacationing on the Spectrum
Vacations can be challenging when you have very young children - these challenges are amplified when your littles are on the spectrum. ...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20242 min read
Testimonial: Food Aversions
My Becca used to eat more of a variety of food when she was younger but as she’s gotten older she has gotten particular about what she...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20241 min read
Cotton Balls and Color Bombs
Becca and I started Spring Break with a rest day on Monday since she had a jam packed weekend. Then yesterday we had a sensory day where...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20242 min read
Autistic Meltdown or Temper Tantrum?
I know that most people mean well, but I have seen and heard many comments in person and online that show that many have grave...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20241 min read
Unbrush!
Okay, so I just have to say this. This is the ABSOLUTE BEST detangling hair brush I have ever used with Becca. I washed her hair today...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20241 min read
Sensory Play for the Win!
You don’t need to spend a ton of money on fancy sensory toys to have an amazing time. With some cheerios, spaghetti and food coloring...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20241 min read
Becca's First Dental Visit
Parents of special needs children - especially those with language and sensory challenges - know just how challenging even routine...
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Amanda Perez
Aug 30, 20241 min read
Three Kings Day Sensory Bin
It’s Three Kings Day and Sensory Saturday at the Perez household; here is a bin with our supplies. First, a mat to protect the floor...
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