I am a proud mother of 2 daughters; one who is exceptional beyond this label, and the other, a sibling who is just as spectacular. It took us 4 years to get 'professionals' to listen to us bc of gender issues. We are addressing Autism naturally without ABA nor meds... want to know more about autism or how it affects females.... ask me any day not just on this hallmark day!! I have met the most diverse and supportive folks on this journey... to you I am eternally grateful. My husband is supports me and the girls unconditionally on this journey. Autism has strengthened our relationship. We have learned, over tears and triumphs, that Autism isn't the end of dreams, but a beginning of new ones... I have high expectations for both of my children and am busting through the limitations certain 'professionals' put on them. Yes, having autism in our lives sucks at times, but it also is extraordinary. My daughter is incredible and has taught us more than you can imagine. Thank you for sharing this journey with my family.
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Oh boy you asked it for it as I have LOTS of questions regarding girls and autism. I have a son with autism. My daughter was evaluated and just had "characteristics" of autism but not enough to diagnose her. I see more and more every day what I didn't see was the early warning signs. so It would be great to learn more about autism in girls :)
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ReplyDeleteThank you for connecting with me! Are you on Twitter? I am @alternamom. If not, let me know and we can connect another way to support each other. I do think that girls show different signs and etiology. My older dd was not formally diagnosed, but certainly has traits. I have also gained much support from AWN (Autism Women's Network).
~ Susan
A beginnging of new ones :)
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