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Dear Soul Sister

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Dear Soul Sister, If you are reading this, then it was meant to be. Like me, you not only love and care for a child(ren) with autism but you did your research and you know that “autism” is preventable, treatable, … Continue reading

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When Autism and Christmas Don’t Mix

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I don’t mean to be a total Grinch this time of year. I used to love the holidays.  The lights, the parties, the food . . . and Christmas Eve service with bell ringers, incense, and carols. Then I had … Continue reading

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Autism Recovery and Friendships: You Made It Out of Holland, Now What?

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Autism recovery means many things to many people. Our journey has had many twists and turns, improvements, and regressions. I look back at my previously nonverbal child who preferred to sit and spin Tupperware lids, would not respond to his … Continue reading

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Giving Thanks, Autism Style

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(Shawty submitted this just before Thanksgiving, but we were all so busy with our own holidays, we didn’t get a chance to post it.  We hope you enjoy it nonetheless for being a little late.) I am thankful for words, … Continue reading

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Making Sense of Supplements: Exclusive DISCOUNT from New Beginnings Nutritionals for TMR

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When we speak of treating the medical issues often underlying in autism, we inevitably touch on the subject of supplements: dosing, brand, purity testing, chewable, liquid, taste. So many different things to consider! Sometimes we are guided by our physicians, … Continue reading

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“No Shots, No School, NOT TRUE!” Fundraiser

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I am a mom, nurse, and advocate for our children, but it wasn’t until I was in a better place with my youngest child that I was able to begin helping others in the autism community. My advocacy work began … Continue reading

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Intuitive Tools for Moms (and Dads!)

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I work with parents of children with complex chronic disease, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and one of the most important lessons I convey to them is how to develop and rely on their intuition in making choices for … Continue reading

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The American Academy of Pediatrics Is Not Your Friend

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In the 1980’s, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) lobbied Congress for the passage of the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986. According to the AAP, liability protection for the vaccine manufacturers was the best way to protect the … Continue reading

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Exactly Who Is “Anti-vaccine”?

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If you want safe, non-neurotoxic vaccines for everyone, given in an independently tested and verified schedule and combination, you are “anti-vaccine.” If you want transparency, accountability, and ethical science when it comes to vaccines, you are “anti-vaccine.” If you believe … Continue reading

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Book Review: I Know You’re in There, by Marcia Hinds

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Nine years on this journey and I STILL get excited when I get my hands on a new book which is all about recovery from autism. I have read my fair share of books discussing anything and everything autism over … Continue reading

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