by Holistically Whole | Nov 13, 2021
Happy World Kindness Day! No matter what is going on in your life, no matter what you are struggling with, you always can be kind. Even if you have nothing else to give, you can give kindness. I’m excited to share the story of how some very special people found a way to do just that.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 30, 2020
If you are not living autism, it probably hasn’t been on your mind this past month. That is certainly understandable with everything going on. My heart goes out to everyone affected by this situation. ALL of our struggles are very real. And caring about any one of them doesn’t have to mean you don’t care about the rest. To my fellow autism families – my heart is especially with you.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 19, 2020
If you are running of tools in the toolbox and scouring the internet for tips and resources to help during this indefinite, challenging time, I’m sharing below some of the resources that I’ve found to be beneficial. I hope that you find some helpful information for both you and your child.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 10, 2020
It’s Siblings Day! Time the annual shout-out to Autism Siblings – from me and some of my favorite fellow autism parents to their amazing autism siblings.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 8, 2020
This April, which is Autism Awareness Month, I’m wondering how all of the autism families are doing in the midst of this pandemic and quarantine. While this virus is very serious, for many of us the more immediate concern is what to do with and for our kids who have autism.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 2, 2020
In the midst of the coronavirus, you might not realize that it is World Autism Awareness Day. Heck, you might not even realize that it’s April. I have no idea if the world still plans to light it up blue (though I’m fine if they don’t). While we were inundated with...
by Holistically Whole | Jan 23, 2020
Every new year is seen as a new start, but 2020 feels extra special. Maybe it’s because it is a new decade. Maybe it’s because this is the only time that anyone under 100 will see the first two digits match the second two. Or maybe it’s because of...
by Holistically Whole | Dec 16, 2019
Holiday gift giving is difficult, but finding gifts for those with special needs can be especially challenging. It is even harder if the recipient is nonverbal, like my 10-year old son Christopher. Here are some tips and ideas for special needs gift giving.
by Holistically Whole | Dec 10, 2019
The holiday season is upon us. A time for gratitude, family, and merriment. But for us autism families… well it can be more like being on Rumspringa … Autism Rumspringa
by Holistically Whole | Oct 30, 2019
Happy Halloween! Halloween in our household is hit-or-miss. And – I’m just going to say it – sometimes it is a complete $hitshow. Like the time my younger son couldn’t see with his mask and walked into a mailbox. Or when my toddler daughter...
by Holistically Whole | Sep 30, 2019
Trader Joe’s Healthy 8 Chopped Veggie Mix it is a healthy blend of 8 vegetables already chopped for you – so you can get an awesome assortment of veggies for your meal without any effort. Try some of these delicious ideas to make the easiest veggies ever!
by Holistically Whole | Sep 6, 2019
A big part of happy, healthy living is taking care of yourself. What we feel is valid – and we need to honor it, and give ourselves what we need.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 30, 2019
My son, who has autism, still has a long way to go, but we have made progess. So I want to end Autism Awareness Month focusing on these wins. We may not have major milestones, but we have a million tiny pebbles. That may take longer and make it more difficult to build our mountain, but we still keep going.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 10, 2019
Happy National Siblings Day! Today, more kids than ever have a sibling with autism. I am so glad that my son Christopher, who has severe autism, has such amazing autism siblings to help him (and me) on this journey.
by Holistically Whole | Apr 4, 2019
Carly Fleischmann is changing the way the world sees individuals with autism. Her thoughts are a window into all that lies beneath the surface of autism. You will be amazed!