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Navigating Neurodivergent Parenting
THE ADHD FAM



Raising a Child with ADHD or Autism: Getting the Right Support When Access Is Limited
Parenting a child with ADHD or autism often reveals a difficult reality: awareness alone does not guarantee access to timely or effective care. I always knew my son had ADHD. Not because of a checklist or a late-night internet spiral, but because I lived with him, and his dad has ADHD. The signs were there early, but unfortunately, early signs don’t equal early support. The Long Road to an ADHD Diagnosis For years, we were told the same thing: “He’s too young to test.” So we
Sharon Garcia
Jan 184 min read


Understanding Autism: Why People Are Afraid and How We Can Respond with Compassion
Autism is more common than many realize, affecting 1 in every 31 children in the U.S ., according to the Centers for Disease Control....
Sharon Garcia
Sep 7, 20253 min read


Chomp, Chomp! Understanding Biting and Emotional Triggers in Autistic Toddlers
This past summer, I had two friends visit. One of them was the chillest three-year-old I’ve ever met, Lucy. She also happens to be...
Sharon Garcia
Aug 23, 20253 min read


The ADHD Sleep Struggle: What Worked for Our Family
Sleep has always been a challenge in our household, but it became challenging after our son was born. My husband, Chris, began struggling...
Sharon Garcia
Aug 18, 20253 min read



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