I’m feeling the holiday spirit, and it’s not even Thanksgiving. That’s a first for me, and I give all credit to a dear friend who has inspired me and challenged me to think what I can do to help our autism community.
You see, my friend has this amazing blog – momastery – and she’s started a movement for us to each reach out, connect, help and love one another. She’s asked those who have a little extra this holiday season to help another; those who could use some help, to ask for it through her blog.
The results have been nothing short of miraculous. And it got me thinking too.
Sometimes as a parent of a special needs child, it’s easy for my world to become very small. I’m laser focused on the needs of MY child – our schedule, therapy, and appointments.
Then I hear stories of other families going through the same thing – often times much worse.
Being an autism parent can be a lonely business. So, let’s be there for each other. Let’s connect, share, build a community and help each other out.
I know, first hand, that there are lots of families out there with children either on the autism spectrum or with other special needs who could really use a hand. I know that it can be emotionally and financially draining for families. A few of them have reached out on the momastery blog expressing their needs.
Over the years, I’ve accumulated lots of stuff – stuff that I thought was useful for therapy; stuff that fell flat; stuff that was useful for a moment, but Carson’s now beyond.
I bet lots of you have this kind of stuff too. It’s so challenging finding that toy or tool that really connects with our children. Right now, we’re pretty much stuck on all-things Mario. (Yes, Carson was Mario for Halloween! Last year he was Luigi, so at least we’re moving on!)
Are you struggling? Could you use a little help for your child? Is there a toy or therapy tool that you think would make all the difference? Do you have stuff that you no longer need, that might be helpful to someone else?
Post it here and let’s see if we can get some families connected. Let’s spread the word!
I’ll start. I have some great “early learner” books teaching colors, shapes and numbers. I also have some Discovery Toys tools for teaching sequencing, patterns and early writing skills. If you could use them, post a comment or send me an email at Heather@theautismmom.com, and I’ll get them to you. No questions, no strings attached.
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This is great Heather!