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When we began our healing journey out of autism almost seven years ago, there wasn’t an affordable, comprehensive genetic panel available. There was Yasko, and there was Lab Corp testing for MTHFR. That’s it. I distinctly remember the DAN! doctor we … Continue reading
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Last year, I had the honor of reviewing Marcia Hind’s book, I know You’re in There. Since then, Marcia and I have talked frequently on Facebook. We share a common bond that most of us autism moms share. It’s easy to … Continue reading
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Re: VACCINE LEGISLATION Dear Legislator: My name is Tetyana Obukhanych. I hold a PhD in Immunology. I am writing this letter in the hope that it will correct several common misperceptions about vaccines in order to help you formulate a … Continue reading
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Today I sat today like any other day: at my kitchen counter, fielding calls from families looking for ABA services for their kids, having to tell some that they have no ABA coverage on the insurance they pay a ridiculous … Continue reading
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Is it normal for an infant, toddler or preschooler to bang his or her head on a hard surface? It seems like a straightforward question — even as my mother’s instinct is screaming, “No, it’s not normal; something is wrong.” However, … Continue reading
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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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When we talk about our concerns for the future of our children, most often we are referring to financial security (theirs or our nation’s) and their ability to live independently and happily. What we tend to ignore, out of ignorance or fear, … Continue reading
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This week in our Red Flag series we bring you diarrhea. My son had chronic diarrhea beginning at 13 months. When I first brought it up to our pediatrician, he dismissed this red flag, telling me it was only “toddler … Continue reading
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When does one moment become . . . the point of no return? The point beyond which one must continue on one’s current course of action because turning back is physically impossible, prohibitively expensive or dangerous? This time it was my … Continue reading
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We’re sure you’ve heard by now that there’s a new movement underfoot in this information revolution. Facebook refuses to share certain posts and Google has started ordering website hits based on its own idea of truthfulness, but social media users … Continue reading
