by Colette | Aug 24, 2018 | Autism, Neurodiverity, Parenting
This beautiful post, A Note to Parents, has been reproduced with permission of the author (HB). There is also a free poster produced by Bee Kids for your home or office! Click HERE to download! A Note to Parents (by HB) Don’t be scare-mongered into the horror...
by Colette | Apr 10, 2018 | Autism, Neurodiverity, opinion
[The following post was inspired by a video shared on an internet forum for parents of autistic children. As this piece of writing is an opinion, not a story about a family and their journey, I have changed names and any identifying features.] I have just watched...
by Colette | Apr 1, 2018 | Autism, Neurodiverity
“Greta, my girl on the Spectrum” was originally published on Facebook and has been reproduced with permission here. My “Girl On the Spectrum” – Clara Benn – My eldest daughter of two, Greta, finally received her ASD (Autistic...
by Colette | Mar 29, 2018 | Autism, Neurodiverity
Yesterday afternoon, while browsing Facebook, I came across a stunning account of autism written by a neurotypical 9-year-old girl. Her voice is so clear and full of warmth it needs to be heard. Her mother initially posted on a Facebook group, explaining that the...
by Colette | Mar 15, 2018 | Emotional Wellness, Neurodiverity, Parenting
Dear teachers, Thank you so much for all the effort you put in every day to support my child, his classmates, and all the parents and caregivers. Thank you for all the amazing work you do to: build healthy, trusting relationships prepare and facilitate activities...