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Part 5: How to Advocate for Yourself (When You’re Better at Advocating for Everyone Else)

If you’re a parent—especially one with neurodivergent kids—you probably know how to advocate like a pro.You speak up at IEP meetings.You research therapies.You email the school when something doesn’t feel right.You show up and fight, even when you’re exhausted. But advocating for yourself?That’s the part we’re never taught.And honestly—it can feel so much harder. 🧍‍♀️ContinueContinue reading “Part 5: How to Advocate for Yourself (When You’re Better at Advocating for Everyone Else)”

Part 3: What Masking Looks Like in Moms—And Why It’s Exhausting

The author reflects on discovering their autism and the exhaustion from masking, a common behavior among neurodivergent individuals. Masking involves suppressing natural responses to seem neurotypical and can be especially draining for mothers. The author shares their journey towards unmasking, advocating for authenticity and self-acceptance for themselves and their children.