Category Archives: 2019 Thinking Moms’ Authors

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It’s Not Okay To Stare! Braving the World of Special-Needs Parenting

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February 22, 2016 As parents, we hope that people look at our children with kindness, understanding and admiration. Being stared at by strangers (and sometimes even by people you know) and judged for what they perceive as bad parenting is … Continue reading

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Ready for Christmas

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(We originally ran this in 2012. Our friend B.K. passed away in 2014, but here advice for surviving Christmas with a child on the autism spectrum is still really good.) By the time you read this, it will be less … Continue reading

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Autism, ADHD and Why I Don’t Allow Food Reinforcers in School

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(This was originally published on November 24, 2014. We’re rerunning it today for Throwback Thursday because it’s such an important concept for autism therapists.) Food is a popular choice as a positive reinforcer in schools and during autism therapy sessions. … Continue reading

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The Butterfly

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Good Morning Thinkers, As many of you know a year ago today, we lost our dear friend and fellow co-founder of The Thinking Moms’ Revolution, Melanie Baldwin. So many of you rallied to support her husband, Tim, and son, Luke. … Continue reading

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AutismOne 2013 – A Newbie’s Perspective

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This originally ran on May 29th, 2013.  For many of us, AutismOne 2013 was the only time we got to meet B.K. in person. We’re missing her a lot this year at AutismOne and thought we’d rerun her perspective on … Continue reading

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What’s The Healthiest Oil? 10 Cooking Oils Compared

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You already know olive oil is the healthy choice for you, but it shouldn’t be the only oil you keep in your kitchen. Which oil is suitable for sautéing, baking, dressings or deep frying? What’s the best cooking oil when I want … Continue reading

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Autism Awareness Month: Light It Up Black and Blue

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This is an autism mom. She is an incredibly loving mother, a truly talented artist, and a magnificent soul. This week, this is how she Lights It Up Blue. In her own words: “It only barely crossed my mind not … Continue reading

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Dear Parents of Children in Our Son’s Class

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Wow!  The first day of middle school!  So exciting for everyone.  We are writing to tell you a little about our son Patrick, who is in your child’s class this year. You will not be told anything about our son … Continue reading

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PTSD and Autism

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There was an article a while back that talked about autism mothers having brain scans that matched those of soldiers returning from war who had been diagnosed with PTSD.  It’s no shock to me that there is a link.  Trauma of … Continue reading

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One Year, 24 Parents, 300+ Blogs: My Top Picks

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The Thinking Moms’ Revolution is gearing up for our one-year celebration. Twelve months worth of blogs, videos, interviews, Facebook posts, Tweets and an upcoming book launch. That’s a lot of information, opinions, inspiration, calls to action, awareness, confessions and thoughts. … Continue reading

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