lifewithasideofautism
Mom of adult with autism, works in the field of autism and ABA. Support, education and frank conversations for those who love somebody with autism.
01/01/2024
Wishing all of my and a ! (Posting a little early for all my folks who will be celebrating earlier in the day.)
#2024
12/31/2023
So very true. ❤️
12/30/2023
As we head into 2024, I want to know, what was your most JOYOUS moment of this year? Did your child have a breakthrough? Please share so we can build some good energy and encouragement for the ! We talk so much about challenges, and that's good. But let's focus on victories.
12/20/2023
Found this quote by on Etsy. Just had to purchase it to share with all of you! Please feel free to share this post with friends and family before your gatherings! Shout out to Erika for designing something so helpful for the ! As a special reminder, this is a great time of year to support , , and anyone from our world trying to make an impact!
12/19/2023
Taking a quick moment to say hello to my Facebook people! Thank you SO MUCH for following me here. In 2024, I'll continue to bring more of my Instagram content here to my page. It's been wonderful getting to know so many of you! I wish you all a happy holidays!
Life With a Side of Autism (@lifewithasideofautism) • Instagram photos and videos 58K Followers, 3,755 Following, 1,248 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Life With a Side of Autism ()
12/15/2023
Every parent has MANY stories about speaking up for their child. They also have many wonderful, heartening, and beautiful stories about watching their children learn how to communicate for themselves. Do you remember the first time you saw your child begin to communicate their needs or wants? Please share in the comments! Many of my new and will read the comments and get so much encouragement from your stories.
12/08/2023
I've told my story many times here and on Instagram, but I'm honored to have it included in full here!
A Parent’s Perspective on Life with a Side of Autism Mary Rosswurm has learned through firsthand experience as a mother of a child with autism and as professional in the field of autism and ABA how to blend and balance her life with autism in order to have a life with a side of autism. This chapter covers her personal...
12/08/2023
Taking a moment to express my gratitude for being included in the Handbook of Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. My story is Chapter Two: "A Parent's Perspective on Life with a Side of Autism". I'm lucky to sit at the cross-section of professionals and . I hope that in telling my story I help parents feel seen and heard and remind practitioners of the parent's perspective. I also want parents to better understand the perspective of . I hope to continue building bridges and I hope you'll take a look at my chapter! (link in bio)
I am so thankful for all of you today, both on Facebook and on Instagram. Thank you for allowing me to share with you. Thank you for reading my posts, sending me messages, and sharing your stories with me all year long. My gratitude for you, my peers, my fellow parents, my fellow practitioners, the incredible staff at LittleStar ABA Therapy, of course, my family, and so many more is unending. I always said if I could help just one person, it would all be worth it. I'll continue to strive to serve you all. Thank you, thank you, thank you for being a part of .
11/20/2023
It's time for some of my tips for my fellow out there. NO shame. NO apologies.
11/20/2023
There's never a better time to post about and than right before the winter , am I right? Hang in there and , you've got this.
11/17/2023
Did you know that LittleStar ABA Therapy has an entire research department? As CEO, this makes me incredibly proud and I'd love to share more here about everything the incredible staff are accomplishing there.
Research And Development | LittleStar ABA Therapy Discover how autism testing occurs and diagnoses are made at each step toward becoming enrolled at LittleStar and starting learner-specific ABA therapy.
11/17/2023
People with are not a monolith. We must be willing to learn and keep learning about symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, and research advancements.
Have you learned anything recently that surprised you or changed your perspective on autism?
Over the years, I've made sure to share many of the events Indy's Child Magazine shares with the through LittleStar ABA Therapy's social media. (If you're new here, I'm proud to be the of .) I highly recommend that all my parents and families follow them for lots of wonderful information.
Indy's Child Parenting Magazine Indy's Child Parenting Magazine, now in its 31st year of production, is a local and nationally award-winning parenting magazine.
11/14/2023
"These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern."
Did you have a low point in your journey with autism? Are you well past it now? Please share in the comments! Other parents may need to hear it.
I called this account because I wanted people to know that any barrier they may face due to won't FEEL like a barrier forever. If you're newly diagnosed, if you are a parent who just received a diagnosis for your child, if you're experiencing it won't last long. Not long at all. I promise.
Thank you Simply Nani Ruthy!
11/12/2023
Can you remember a time when you were able to give? A time when you felt so relieved to receive? Please share. 💜
11/09/2023
I just wrote today's post from the heart, and then I saw the beautiful Autism Supermoms is on the same wavelength! Have you followed her? Please do!
Our is so strong. This is your reminder to reach out to someone you know in the community and schedule some time to chat with them. Vent. Share joys. Communicate. Whatever you need...
“Always take care
of yourself first
as much as you
possibly can!
Easier said than done, I know….”
Good evening everyone,
This is still so hard for me to get my head around, but I need to accept this!
Do you remember the safety announcements on airplanes in which they tell you to put your oxygen mask on first, BEFORE helping your child?
Well, there’s a good reason for this….We are useless to our loved ones if we aren’t taken care of and we don’t make it somehow.
So many of our loved ones are utterly dependent on us, and although this may change with time, we are caregiving + parenting indefinitely, and we are so very needed indefinitely too. 😊💙
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11/09/2023
Is anyone else out there experiencing sudden, radical change? Can I be vulnerable with you? I am. This post is for me. For us. Please take 30 seconds, read this short message, and .
Do you have for yourself? Whether you're an , a person with , or a family member, we are not meant to be all-knowing. When surprises or sudden changes come your way, I want you to remember something. It may not feel like it, but YOU HAVE TIME. Time to learn. Time to grow. Time to breathe and think. Take your time, treat yourself well, and you will emerge on the other side standing strong.
11/05/2023
lifewithasideofautism is a place for parents AND providers. To my fellow ABA professionals, do you follow Behaviorbabe? She shares crucial resources regularly. Highly recommend.
::PLEASE SHARE THIS POST:: We've created a questionnaire for to integrate into their Assessments. You can use a portion or decide to delve deep into each area of potential concern. How many years did I overlook asking these questions...? Way too many!
Join us (Drs. Dr. Amanda N. Kelly & Amy Foxman) on Monday, Dec 4, 2023, 12:00 PM EST via BehaviorLive.
In this presentation, we will delve into the essential role of integrating emergency preparedness into the design of treatment plans for our clients, with a specific focus on individuals with and . The presenters will introduce an assessment tool they have developed to empower analysts in their discussions and the formulation of safety protocols with clients and stakeholders. This tool comprises a thoughtfully crafted set of open-ended questions that cover critical areas, such as fire safety, water safety, wandering behavior, and emergency evacuations (e.g., floods, hurricanes). Throughout this presentation, we will also explore the ethical responsibilities of analysts and engage in a dialogue regarding effective methods for fulfilling these obligations through meaningful conversations and actionable responses based on the gathered insights.
https://behaviorlive.com/events/cultivating-safety-ethics-of-integrating-emergency-preparedness-into-treatment-p (Only $15)
11/05/2023
was such a key part of my journey as an . Of course, nobody was around to teach me how to do that exactly when I started my journey years ago. So let's crowdsource! Have you reached a state of acceptance? Do you remember if it was one moment that created this feeling? If so, when was it? Please share in the comments. I'd be open to sharing too. Maybe we could even do a sometime to talk about acceptance and how it can lead to better advocacy for our children.
11/02/2023
Important work is being done here. Will definitely follow this project from the Profound Autism Alliance!
We're proud to announce the launch of our first project, ECHO Autism: Intense Behavior. This groundbreaking initiative is dedicated to enhancing the capacity of clinicians in assessing and treating intense behaviors in individuals with profound autism.
Read more about this initiative: 🌐 https://ow.ly/Xkur50Q1kH6
ECHO Autism Autism Science Foundation
11/02/2023
Imagine living in a world where ALL differences are recognized and understood. What would a world that truly understood look like? I have a vision. I see a future where long-term living for those with autism is not only considered, but planned for and made into a reality. Where communities can and do come together to make space for everyone. Now take that vision and imagine it for every different type of community. We need to think bigger. We can. We MUST.
In a perfect world, what would it look like for those with to be truly embraced? I want to hear your thoughts!
09/30/2023
I love to remind parents, especially in the , your child will only be a child for so long. We are raising them to become adults who will lead long, independent lives. It’s a great thing to keep in mind through the day-to-day hustle and bustle.
09/28/2023
As parents, we learn right alongside our children and both parties change for the better.
09/26/2023
Think in terms of your life and your family before you take on the problems of the world. Start at home, but especially, start with yourself. You deserve love and compassion most of all and you can offer yourself more kindness than you realize.
09/23/2023
Too many people assume that people with see the world “wrong”. It’s not true. Listen to them and learn.
09/21/2023
This is the very reason I built this page and this community. It’s what I needed but didn’t have when my journey started so many years ago. For every parent you don’t click with, trust that there are others out there who will understand your journey and listen when you need an ear.
09/19/2023
Be sure you are always advocating for what is best for your child. Sometimes it’s about stepping back and letting them learn on their own, other times it’s about speaking up to schools or caregivers to be sure their needs are met. Do you have any stories about a time you successfully advocated for your child?
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