Autism/High-Fuctioning-Autism/Aspergers

Should it be a word that frightens us? Why has it got some sort of stigma attached to it? Why am I afraid to write about it? Autism doesn’t frighten me. If my child is diagnosed with High Functioning Autism/Aspergers it will open up new doors and hopefully we’ll receive more help and guidance as...

Meaningful Connection with an Anxious Child

After an incredibly tough few weeks where Mie (7) has hidden in her mind more and more every day, I felt a sadness wash over me. I felt as if I had lost all connection with my beautiful child. I had reached the point of exhaustion.  We discussed as a family that I needed to...

This too shall pass

Another incredibly challenging day, but also so full of beauty. My favourite moments were the kids squealing on the swings and Mie smiling hanging upside down. But nothing compares to the joy of putting my boys to bed, listening to their breaths slow down and watching their bodies relax. It’s a rare moment for me....