Category Archives: TEAM TMR

Real Men Talk About Environmental Toxins And Organic Food

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As a mother to a child with autism, my friends and I spend much of our time discussing diet and toxins in our environment. We also spend a good amount of time discussing our own health concerns. But, what about … Continue reading

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Think Before You Judge An Autism Parent: Until You’ve Walked in My Shoes

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I’ve been a parent now for around seventeen years. I’ve worked closely with children with special needs for the past six. With each new experience, it seems I encounter the same general mentality. No matter where I live, work, or … Continue reading

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Missing, Eloped, Drowned: Is This the Fate of Our Children with Autism?

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When my now 10-year-old daughter with autism was two years old, she escaped from our home and was missing for almost an hour. Needless to say, it was the longest hour of my life, and we were extremely blessed that … Continue reading

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The Lesson of Babies: We Can All Do Better

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I have to remember that not everyone shares my view on autism recovery. But when I hear people say, “Your message is offensive because it implies that I should do better or I’m not doing enough for my child,” I … Continue reading

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Special Needs Parent Salary Calculator

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For the past few years in May, around Mother’s Day, salary.com has released a report proclaiming the estimated monetary value of all of the jobs a stay-at-home mom is responsible for. It is a high amount, especially when you calculate … Continue reading

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11 Things Special-Needs Parents DON’T Want (And Why Bringing Wine Helps)

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Judging from my Facebook news feed and all the mindless shares that I get (and seriously appreciate. Mindlessness does the body good sometimes), lists are where it’s at. Every day I see links to things like “Ten Ways to Tell … Continue reading

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My Kid is #Bulletproof

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April is always a little dicey when you’re a Thinking Mom. We’re all about awareness, action, and hope. But this year, it’s hard out there for a Thinker. It’s not just about blue lightbulbs and raising awareness. It’s about sticking … Continue reading

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The Business of Infotainment

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The next time you see a post regarding the vaccine issue, take note of the language being used. Is it straightforward, non-manipulative or objective? Most likely it isn’t. “Anti-vaxxer,” the top term used to gain your attention has a connotation … Continue reading

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False Balance

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As a reader, have you ever wondered “Why is the reporting on vaccines and the vaccine-autism connection so one sided?” There is an answer that bloggers, the NIH and many media sources will provide. False balance. Because according to every mainstream … Continue reading

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Stand Up and Refuse To Be Counted (Part 1)

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During the month of April, if you have a child with autism you can choose to celebrate and promote awareness. Or, as many fellow parents have decided, you can make it a month of autism action. This is what I … Continue reading

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