Autism Heartfelt Thoughts from Mothers

In Autism~Heartfelt Thoughts from Mothers, nearly 100 mothers from all over the United States and moms from Finland, Australia, Belgium, Canada and The Netherlands, share their honest, most heartfelt thoughts regarding what it is really like to raise a child with autism. If you are a parent of a child with autism, you will undoubtedly identify with the challenges these mothers face everyday and you will find comfort in knowing that you are not alone. You will also share with them the ways in which they feel blessed. The words of wisdom that they offer will provide you strength and encouragement in facing your own daily challenges. If you have a friend or family member who is a mother of a child with autism, this book will bring you into 'their world'. The typical comment from readers like you, with new found compassion in their voice, is, "I never knew it was like that." To those who choose to read because you know someone with autism, or are one of the wonderful professionals who provide care to those with autism and their families, this book will touch you in ways you can't begin to imagine. These mothers face innumerable challenges every day. Not only in raising their child, but in advocating for their child at school, in educating themselves so that they can educate others, in dealing with difficult social situations, in feeling like others do not understand, in feeling alienated and isolated, in trying their best to solve the puzzle that is autism, and in finding the strength and energy to keep going day after day. Yet through it all, each and every one of them feels that their child is a true blessing in their lives. And their words of wisdom to other mothers shout, "You can do it! Don't give up! Fight for your child!" After reading this book you will see the mother and the child with autism through new eyes and you will gain an appreciation of the world of "Autism".