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Parenting Tips for Children with Autism
Parenting a child with autism can be a unique and rewarding journey filled with challenges and triumphs. Understanding your child's needs...
Martha Dillion
Oct 83 min read


Effective Strategies for Special Needs Families
Caring for a family member with special needs can be both rewarding and challenging. Finding effective ways to support their growth,...
Martha Dillion
Sep 303 min read


Parenting a Child with Special Needs: Navigating the Emotional Landscape
Parenting a child with special needs brings moments of pure joy — the small victories, the breakthroughs, and the love that grows in ways...
Martha Dillion
Sep 233 min read


Maximizing Care with Supportive Services
Caring for a loved one can be both rewarding and challenging. Whether you are assisting an elderly parent, a family member with special...
Martha Dillion
Sep 224 min read


Surviving (and Thriving) at Open House as a Special Needs Parent
Open House season can feel overwhelming for any parent—but for those of us raising children with special needs, it carries an extra layer...
Martha Dillion
Sep 162 min read


Where to Find Top Autism Care Services Near You
Finding the right autism care services can be a challenging journey for families and individuals seeking support. Access to quality care...
Martha Dillion
Sep 163 min read


Fall Newsletter
🍂 Welcome to the September/October Angry Autism Mom Newsletter! Fall in New Orleans means cooler weather, festival season, and lots of...
Martha Dillion
Sep 141 min read


Autism and Elopement: Keeping Our Kids Safe This Fall
As the crisp air of fall settles in and the holiday season starts to peek around the corner, many families are preparing for gatherings,...
Martha Dillion
Sep 22 min read


10 Best Tips for Navigating IEP Meetings
It’s September—back-to-school season—and for many of us, that means one thing: IEP meetings. Whether you’re brand new to the process or...
Martha Dillion
Sep 12 min read


Summer Break and the Silent Burnout No One Talks About
Summer break. For some parents, it’s a time of rest, beach trips, and backyard fun. But for many of us raising a child with autism, it’s...
Martha Dillion
Jul 82 min read


In Person Meet Up! (Don't forget the kiddos)
IT’S HAPPENING! Our First In-Person Support Group Meet-Up is HERE! After the Anger & Angry Autism Mom are stepping out from behind the...
Martha Dillion
Jun 121 min read


Stop Forcing. Start Exposing: Why Readiness Matters for Our Autistic Kids
As parents of autistic children, we carry a deep, often overwhelming desire to help our children thrive. We want them to eat a variety of...
Martha Dillion
Apr 302 min read


Celebrating Autism Awareness Day: Meaningful Ways to Connect with Your Child and Family
Family celebrating National Autism Awareness Day at the Zoo Autism Awareness Day is a special opportunity to honor, educate, and...
Martha Dillion
Apr 14 min read


Caregivers Support Group
Parenting a child with special needs is a journey filled with love, resilience, and unique challenges. While the experience can be...
Martha Dillion
Mar 282 min read


Spring Break Blues
Spring break is coming soon, and its supposed to be a time of relaxation and fun, but for parents of autistic children, it can bring a...
Martha Dillion
Mar 272 min read


5 Halloween Tips for fun Trick-or-Treating our way
Here are five tips to make trick-or-treating a fun and comfortable experience for special needs kids and their caregivers: Practice...
Martha Dillion
Oct 31, 20241 min read


3 Steps to Unplug Your Child from Their Tablet Today
In today's tech-driven world, smart tablets and devices are everywhere, offering endless entertainment, learning, and, sometimes, a...
Martha Dillion
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Why so angry?
As a parent of a child on the autism spectrum, I’ve walked a path that is often unspoken, shadowed by emotions that many of us are afraid...
Martha Dillion
Oct 14, 20244 min read


Parenting Tips: Managing Anger & Frustration with Special Needs
Parenting a child with special needs can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it also comes with its own set of unique challenges....
Martha Dillion
Oct 12, 20242 min read


Success Stories: Empowering Parents of Special Needs Children
Parenting a child with special needs can be both rewarding and challenging. It's a journey that often requires extra patience,...
Martha Dillion
Oct 12, 20242 min read
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