by Holistically Whole | Apr 13, 2017
Most parents have experienced a comment that made them cringe or cry. I’m pretty sure ALL autism parents have. I try to tell my kids to think before they speak and ask themselves the following: Is it helpful? Is it necessary? Is it kind? I think that’s a good rule of...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 10, 2017
Brothers and sisters share a unique bond and understand each other like no one else can. There is something to be said for growing up with the same weirdness and memories and history. And of course all of the inside jokes siblings have about their parents –...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 7, 2017
You might be able to tell from the title that I’m a little biased. The author of the cookbook Cooking With Leo is a friend of mine. Erica Daniels is an advocate for health and autism, a speaker, author, and super autism mom. But I do honestly own her cookbook,...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 4, 2017
April is Autism Awareness Month, but for families affected by autism this is kind of a joke. Because we are aware of autism every second of every day, all year long. And it feels like the world lights in up blue in April and gets all lovey dovey for our kids and then...
by Holistically Whole | Dec 9, 2016
Yoga has long been a passion of mine. In a few months I’ll be a certified yoga teacher. Yay! I’m excited, but also exhausted. Between being an autism mom, my full-time job, my volunteer work, writing, and the holiday season, it has been difficult to fit school into my...
by Holistically Whole | Sep 29, 2016
It’s simply magic. That sounds strange, especially to parents who have a child with autism. Because if we know anything, it’s that there is no magic bullet. EVERYTHING we do in autism requires a ton of work and nothing is easy. But, if there is anything...
by Holistically Whole | Sep 10, 2016
If you read my newsletter, you know that in August we took our first family vacation. Now that school has started and hurricane Hermine has put a bit of a fall chill in the air, summer and our family vacation seem far behind. Hard to believe that just a few short...
by Holistically Whole | Jun 28, 2016
It’s Shark Week, and I’m so excited. If you are not familiar with Shark Week, it is the week when the Discovery Channel devotes its prime time shows entirely to sharks. I have been watching Shark Week for over 20 years. Now you are probably thinking, “Wow,...
by Holistically Whole | Jun 2, 2016
Christopher’s 9th birthday was this past weekend. If you regularly read this blog or you know me, you know that Christopher has severe regressive autism. While birthdays come with mixed emotions – including memories of babyhood and thoughts of how quickly time passes...
by Holistically Whole | May 10, 2016
First off, I’m sorry that I’ve been MIA for a week or so. But, April really did me in and I needed a break. Looking back, I realize that this is the time of year that I am usually the most stressed. April is not only Autism Awareness Month – which...
by Holistically Whole | Apr 30, 2016
The end of April! April is extremely busy, and sometimes depressing, for autism families. But this one was a little different. I was able to showcase some true-life autism stories from some awesome autism moms on this blog, and there were some new encouraging...
by Laura Hirsch | Apr 29, 2016
I was so excited to kick-off my autism guest blog series this month with a story of hope and recovery. I cannot think of a better way to conclude it than with a story of hope for a sea change, for truth and justice for our children. And there is no one better to tell...
by Zen Jen | Apr 28, 2016
Today is National Great Poetry Reading Day. In honor, I am posting the poem that Jen submitted with her earlier guest blog post. So, immerse yourself in all things poetic and reflect on life’s journey and YOUR journey, and enjoy the poetry of Zen Jen. A Luminary...
by Lisa Ann Pitts | Apr 27, 2016
Today’s guest blogger, Lisa Ann Pitts, tackles the “Mommy Wars” autism-style with her amazing wit, humor, and spunk. We moms all need to support each other, and this goes doubly for autism moms. Our challenges are too great to waste time judging the...
by Zen Jen | Apr 25, 2016
All autism parents feel hopeless and depressed sometimes, even my most-zen friend Jen. But Jen is better than anyone I’ve ever met at seeing the true beauty in everything. Her guest post is a reminder that if we remember to take care of ourselves, focus on our passion...
My autism journey has changed the way I live and care for my family. I am passionate about nontoxic products, natural remedies, grain-free nutrition, essential oils, and healing the symptoms known as autism. This is a space for anyone aspiring toward cleaner, healthier living.
XO Joanna
