3 Autism Parent Sites You Should be Following
For some parents or family members, Autism Awareness Month and the flurry of activity throughout April is met with the retort, “Uh, we’re already aware. Everyday.”
We know. While for many in the general public, autism is unfamiliar, this is not the case for those with a loved one who has autism.
The following social media pages and blogs do a great job at sharing with others what their experience is like while reminding and encouraging other parents facing similar challenges that they are not alone.
Check them out:
Anyone following Eileen “Mama Fry” Shaklee on social media or her blog knows that she offers her own witty and honest perspective on motherhood and life with a son with autism, affectionately known as “Kiddo.” A recent series of posts document how Kiddo decided he wanted to sport glasses, despite 20/20 vision. As she frequently notes #BecauseAutism.
Dad to a teenage non-verbal son with severe autism, Frank Campagna aims, as he writes “to show what being an autism dad is really like, the good & the bad, the pee & the poop.” As a producer and director on Sesame Street, he contributed to bringing Julia, a Muppet with autism, to life.
Bacon and Juice Boxes: Our Life with Autism
Authored by Mr. Bacon and Mrs. Bacon, this blog and online community provide an honest glimpse into their life with son, Eric. Mr. Bacon, a recently retired police officer, also offers insight into topics related to law enforcement and special needs. And Sister Bacon, a frequent guest commentator, is accomplished in her own right, having initiated the “Special Wants” gift exchange that connects families in need with hard-to-find gifts.
Do you have a favorite parent site? Tell us in the comments!