Melissa's introduction to Autism and Sensory challenges with her 5th child, Cal. Honest perspectives with plenty of fear, hope, sadness, confusion, positivity, laughter and fun.

You learn to "just know" the days that there will be a real struggle.

Struggle Days

The role of a Developmental Pediatrician in the diagnosis of Autism and Sensory issues.

Developmental Pediatrician

Autism and Sensory Challenges are IMPATIENT. It's a daily battle to find PATIENCE.

Patience

Learning about Seeking and Avoiding in the Sensory World.

Seeking and Avoiding

It's normal for friends and family to tell you that "There's nothing wrong".... but, you shouldn't listen!

When Everyone Says "He's Fine"....

Cal's Siblings Talk about Special Needs

Understanding Boundaries

Denial is natural, easy and almost automatic. It's also dangerous and can hold a child and family back...for years, sometimes even a lifetime.