Autism Caring Center

10/06/2026

Let's talk about the part people don't always see.

What is one thing you carry mentally every day as an autism mom that most people probably don't realize?

Appointments?

School concerns?

The future?

Behavior?

Friendships?

Independence?

Whether your child is truly okay?

There is no wrong answer.

Share yours below.

10/05/2026

Nobody talks enough about how exhausting it is to always be the one who has to know.

Know the diagnosis.

Know the services.

Know the school system.

Know the insurance.

Know what questions to ask.

Know what your child needs before anyone else sees it.

Know what might trigger a hard day.

Know what comes next.

And somehow, while you're figuring all of that out, you're still supposed to do everything else that comes with being a mom, partner, daughter, friend, employee - and woman.

If you're tired, that doesn't mean you're giving up.

Sometimes it simply means you've been carrying a lot for a very long time.

To the autism mom who is always figuring out the next thing:

We see you.

And there are other women who understand.

10/01/2026

Nobody talks enough about the grief that can exist beside gratitude.

You can be incredibly proud of your child.

You can love them more than anything.

And still grieve things you thought motherhood might look like.

You can celebrate progress and still worry about the future.

You can feel grateful for how far you've come and completely exhausted by what it took to get there.

Those feelings can exist in the same heart.

Autism motherhood is rarely one emotion at a time.

And sometimes the most powerful thing another mom can say is:
“I understand.”

That's one of the reasons we created the Autism Connecting Conference for Moms™.

A room where you don't have to explain every feeling before you're allowed to have it.

April 9–11, 2027 | Pittsburgh

09/30/2026

09/29/2026

The Invisible Work

People see the appointment.

They don't always see the hours of research before it.

They see the IEP meeting.

They don't see you lying awake rehearsing what you need to say.

They see your child making progress.

They don't always see everything it took to get there.

So much of autism motherhood happens where nobody else can see it.

We see you.

And in April, we're creating a weekend where you don't have to carry all of it by yourself.

Autism Connecting Conference for Moms

Send a message to learn more

09/29/2026

We have created a hands-on program for high school students that goes beyond simply “doing an activity.”

Think:
✨ Real projects
✨ Real responsibilities
✨ Planning, creating & problem-solving
✨ Building confidence and independence
✨ Learning skills that can carry into future jobs and adult life

And the best part? What our students create may soon be available for our community to purchase. 💙

We can’t wait to show you what they’re working on.

Stay tuned… this one is going to be special.

09/29/2026

📊 IEP TIP: Don't just file away the progress report.

When you receive your child's IEP progress report, pull out the actual IEP and compare them.

For EACH goal, ask:

1️⃣ What was the baseline?
2️⃣ What is the annual goal?
3️⃣ What does the newest data show?
4️⃣ Is my child making enough progress to reasonably reach the goal?

If you don't understand what the numbers mean — ASK.

If the same percentage keeps appearing — ASK.

If you aren't seeing measurable data — ASK.

If your child isn't making expected progress — you don't necessarily have to wait until the annual IEP meeting to raise the concern.

📌 Keep your child's IEP and progress reports together so you can see the pattern over time.

SAVE this post and check your child's latest progress report tonight.

09/28/2026

Why This Conference Exists

This conference didn't begin because the autism community needed another event.

It began because moms needed each other.

I remember what it felt like to search for answers, advocate for my son, and wonder if anyone truly understood what our family was experiencing.

And I remember the isolation.

That's why this conference matters so much to me.

I want every woman who walks through those doors to feel something I wish every autism mom could experience:

“I am not the only one.”

That is where connection begins.
Save the date - April 9-11th. Tickets will be available SOON!

09/27/2026

🍎 TEACHERS — THIS ONE IS FOR YOU!

Sometimes one teacher can change everything for a child with autism.

The teacher who takes the extra minute.

Who notices the signs of overwhelm.

Who discovers what makes a child light up.

Who sees communication where someone else might only see behavior.

Who celebrates progress — even when it looks different from everyone else's.

And most importantly, the teacher who sees the **CHILD before the diagnosis.** 💛

So today, we want to hear from our teachers:

👇 What's one thing a student with autism has taught YOU?

And parents — is there a teacher who truly *got* your child?

Give them a shout-out in the comments.** Tag them if you can! 🍎💛

Let's fill this post with some appreciation for the educators who make a difference.

09/27/2026

We had so much fun at the Oktoberfest by the Spectrum Club!

Our center was full of laughter friends and fun!

Sign up for the upcoming Halloween party ages 13+ on our website!