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From the creator of Finding Cooper’s Voice and one of today’s leading autism advocates comes an essential guide for caregivers—written with the authority and honesty of a parent who has lived it   Caring for a child with autism can be filled with love and purpose—but also isolation, exhaustion, and the fear that no one truly sees how hard it is. In this heartfelt and practical guide, Kate Swenson offers invaluable firsthand perspective and concrete advice for the challenges many caregivers are left to face on their own.   Drawing on research, advocacy, and her lived experience as the mother of an autistic son, Swenson tackles the question so many caregivers ask: How do I care for my child without losing myself? With honesty and compassion, she helps readers navigate the emotional realities of caregiving while providing tools to help process your emotions, prepare for the future, and take meaningful steps forward. Inside these pages, you will find guidance and reflection around some of the biggest parts of caregiving, including:   Understanding and navigating diagnosis Finding, obtaining, and maintaining services and supports Advocating for your child Processing emotions and prioritizing your own well-being Building a sustainable and joyful life for your family Planning for your child’s future financially Obtaining guardianship, housing, and independence for your child   With clear advice and hard-won wisdom, Raising Autism demystifies the complexities of caregiving and offers support, guidance and a place to begin. The autism journey may not always be easy, but you do not have to walk it alone.

From the creator of Finding Cooper’s Voice and author of Raising Autism comes a guided workbook to help caregivers reflect, plan, and take meaningful steps forward Caregiving can leave you with more questions than answers: What support does my child need? How do I prepare for what’s next? How do I care for myself, too? Based on Kate Swenson’s essential guide, Raising Autism, this companion workbook gives caregivers a place to pause, process, organize, and begin. Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis, advocating for services, planning for the future, or trying to care for your child while also caring for yourself, the Raising Autism Workbook offers practical tools to make the journey feel less overwhelming. With prompts, checklists, planning pages, and reflection exercises, it provides space to:Reflect on the emotional realities of caregivingIdentify your child’s needs, strengths, and supportsPrepare for appointments, school meetings, and advocacy conversationsOrganize resources and important informationPlan for milestones, decisions, and transitionsCreate realistic steps toward stability and peace of mindCompassionately designed and easy to use, this workbook is the perfect companion for caregivers who want encouragement, clarity, and a path forward. You may not have every answer today—but with the right support, you can take the next step.

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!In this moving narrative of resilience and pure love, three mothers share their experiences and learnings about life alongside autism -- From the creators of Finding Cooper's Voice, What Color is Monday?, and Tales of an Educated DebutanteKate Swenson, Adrian Wood and Carrie Cariello are from different parts of the country and backgrounds, but they were brought together by a singular experience: they are each a mother to a child with autism. Together they have shared laughter, tears, victories and the unconditional love that molds their lives.Kate, Adrian and Carrie have children with very different autism profiles, and in Autism Out Loud they write about their unique experiences, providing a glimpse of what to expect on the autism journey and showing parents that they are not alone. Inside these pages you’ll find stories and lessons on a variety of topics, including:DiagnosisCaregivingSchooling and educationAgingSiblings and FamilyGriefCommunityWritten with honesty and heart, the stories within these pages serve as a reminder that even amid the storms of life, there is always hope and beauty to be found. A tribute to the unparalleled love of mothers, this inspiring book illuminates the joys, challenges and everyday miracles of life on the spectrum.