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Been There, Do That! Day 22

Been There!

“You know you’re an autism parent when grocery shopping by yourself becomes an outing and something you look forward to.”

Do That!

Give a $5 gift card to a local coffee shop, ice cream parlor,
or a movie rental place.

If you are new to Autism Awareness month on Many Hats Mommy,
click here to read about this series.


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Been There, Do That! Day 21

Been There!

“You know you’re an autism parent when things that have been ‘in the family’ for decades don’t survive your child.”

Do That!

Find out a family’s favorite meal and take it over to them or ask what their favorite takeout is, and bring that by for dinner.

If you are new to Autism Awareness month on Many Hats Mommy,
click here to read about this series.


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Been There, Do That! Day 19

Been There!

“You know you’re an autism parent when your child gets invited to a birthday party or after-school tea at a friend’s house, and you’re not sure it’s worth the stress.”

Do That!

Does your child have a friend with autism or sensory issues? If you are inviting them over for a party, make a quiet room available where the child can go to calm their sensory system when things get too overwhelming. Maybe have a soft blanket and a cushy pillow available and dim the lights for them.

If you are new to Autism Awareness month on Many Hats Mommy,
click here to read about this series.


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Been There, Do That! Day 18

Been There!

You know you are an autism parent when you throw a party because your four year old said, “Mom.”

Do That!

When a special needs child talks to you, look at them and really listen. If you don’t understand, ask them, not their parent, to repeat what they said. (Unless the parent offers.) More than likely the parents have been working on social skills and clarity. Give them a chance to try.

If you are new to Autism Awareness month on Many Hats Mommy,
click here to read about this series.


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Been There, Do That! Day 17

Been There!
“You know you’re an autism parent when you see a child having a meltdown, and your first thought is to wonder if (s)he is on the spectrum.”

Do That!
Invite your friends over for some girl time, or suggest some guy time for a group of dads.

If you are new to Autism Awareness month on Many Hats Mommy,
click here to read about this series.
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