Autism and Parenting

<p>Lately, I’ve noticed something subtle yet profound. My son has started looking into my eyes after doing something—like playing in water after a shower—as if asking, ‘Is this okay?’<br>It’s not just about play...

<p>Being a single parent to a special child is not a journey I chose, but it’s one I walk with strength, love, and resilience. 💙<br>It’s not easy — not yesterday, not today, and probably not tomorrow either.<br>But...

<p>You can’t awaken someone who’s pretending to sleep. And you can’t lull a child who’s already asleep. Parenting isn’t in the easy moments—it’s in sitting beside your child when they’re restless, overwhelmed, or simply...

<p>From New Tastes to New Words… 🗣️✨<br />My son was non-verbal until recently, and like many parents of special children, I clung to every small gesture, every sound, every attempt to communicate. Since January, we...

<p>Not every parent chooses to share their child’s diagnosis publicly — and I respect that.<br>But for me, staying silent felt heavier than speaking up.<br>Yes, my child is autistic. And no, I don’t feel ashamed.<br>I...

<p>Sometimes, we stop trying—not because we’ve given up, but because we’ve been conditioned to believe our efforts won’t matter.<br>This is what learned helplessness feels like for many special needs parents.<br>We see...

<p>Someone recently asked me — do I always stay positive? Do I never worry about my son’s future?<br>The truth is, I am human too.<br>There are moments of fear, anxiety, and doubt. And that’s okay.<br>But what keeps me...

<p>A recent viral video of a special educator misbehaving with a child shook me deeply. It took me back to when my son was just 2.5 years old, and we were looking for therapy support. A therapist visited us, assessed my...

<p>Have you ever walked into a showroom filled with TVs—each screen playing something different, all on full brightness, full contrast, and full volume? It’s overwhelming, right? Your brain struggles to focus on any one...

<p>Why I chose a special school for my child?<br>As a parent to a special child, I often get asked why I didn’t opt for an inclusive school—especially since I actively advocate for inclusion.<br>Here’s my honest...

<p>When parents or caregivers work with children, especially those with special needs, their primary objective is to help the child learn new skills and gain independence. This includes teaching the child how to eat on...

<p>Khudi ko kar buland itna…” — We’ve all heard this saying, but have you ever wondered how life would be if it unfolded exactly as you desired?<br>Would you still value the little joys, the struggles that shaped you...

<p>Raywnsh had his first day outing with school—a mix of emotions, from being settled to moments of discomfort and tears. And that’s okay! New experiences come with all kinds of feelings, and as parents, it’s important...

<p>Today, Raywnsh went on his first-ever school picnic—without me. Dropping him off at school every day is one thing, but this is different. For the first time, he’s spending an entire day out with his teachers and...

<p>Before our trip, I had so many questions running through my mind—how would Rewansh react to a new country, a new environment, and so many unfamiliar experiences? Change has always been a big deal for him. But what I...