Life at Sensory Planet

If there’s one thing parenting has taught me, it’s that no two days (or children) are ever the same. Our journey with our eldest daughter, who is autistic, has been one of learning, adjusting, advocating—and, above all, loving fiercely. 

Raising kids is like juggling flaming swords while blindfolded. Now add a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) into the mix and suddenly, you’re juggling flaming swords on a unicycle—on a tightrope—during a windstorm. Sound dramatic? Maybe. Accurate? Also yes.

April is Autism Awareness Month, a time to celebrate neurodiversity, promote inclusion, and spread understanding about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). But what exactly is autism, and how does it affect individuals?