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Lifting Others: Julie Hornok

Vacationing with sensory needs is exhausting. Julie Hornok, mother autism advocate, shares how she helps her daughter success through visual schedules. Simplify your plans and stay in one spot to find peace.

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Lifting Others: Kate Swenson

Kate Swenson shares her story on the Finding Cooper’s Voice blog to support families navigating non-verbal autism challenges. Try planning a local cabin trip or park picnic to make travel easier. You belong.

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Mommy’s Timeout: Flowing Brook in Colorado

Listening to a flowing brook in Colorado can work wonders. Close your eyes, breathe deeply and let the gentle sounds melt away stress. Even a few minutes of this audio escape helps you reset for parenting challenges ahead.

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Lifting Others: Taking Care of Ourselves

Finding balance while advocating for special needs families can feel like a heavy load. Explore how taking care of yourselves through a special needs moms retreat helps you find rest and community.

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Their Tears and Fears. Masks and More: How to Really Help Your Child Thrive in the New Normal

Adjusting to daily changes can feel overwhelming for everyone. Focus on helping children thrive in the new normal by practicing simple routines together. You are doing enough; take a breath today.

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Friends of Brian: Achieving Quality of Life Through GAP

Building a future for your child can feel overwhelming. Many friends achieving goals through gap planning find comfort in shared support. Try scheduling monthly meetings to discuss small steps together. You are capable.

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Lifting Others: Lisa Peña

Vacationing can feel like hard work when you are an autism mother. Try setting just one simple goal for the trip, like Isla family did. You are doing a wonderful job. Take time for yourself at MOCHA retreats to recharge.

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How to Plan a Safe and Fun Summer With COVID-19 Guidelines

Finding summer camp activities 2020 at home feels daunting. Your parent style for special needs kids matters most. Try a DIY tie-dye shirt day to spark joy. You have this, one day ahead.

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Practical Tools for Learning Anywhere

Adjusting to changing school routines can feel overwhelming when you are balancing so much. Explore the best apps for homeschooling disabled learners to simplify your daily lessons and find calm, helpful educational apps for special needs students today.

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I Am The Ghost of Your Future

Planning for the future often feels overwhelming. A moving letter from a neurotypical sibling reminds us that discussing disability care legacy now offers peace. Secure your essential legal documents today. You are enough.