When Caregiver Burnout Becomes the Norm As an autism mom, I’ve spent years pouring every ounce of my energy into my family. Like many caregivers, I pushed through exhaustion, ignored the tension in my body, and told myself I’d “rest later.” But later never came. Burnout slowly became my baseline, and my nervous system was …
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Why Choosing the Right Destination Matters When you travel with an autistic child, it’s not just about booking flights and hotels. You’re creating a space for emotional safety, routine, and sensory comfort. The destinations in Canada for autism families that you choose can either support or overwhelm your child, with big effects on how the …
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Why Choosing the Right Hotel Matters If you’re raising an autistic child, you know how important the environment is. Where you stay on vacation can either support your child’s needs or create overwhelm. An autism-friendly hotel isn’t just a nice-to-have, it can be the difference between stress and success on your family vacation. If you …
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If you’re wondering whether flying with an autistic child is even possible, this post is for you. I’ve taken more than 38 flights with my autistic son before he turned five, but I still remember our very first flight like it was yesterday. At the time, he wasn’t formally diagnosed—but I already suspected autism. That …
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