Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomMy Honest Confession About Losing My CoolOkay, let’s be real here. Parenting an autistic kid is a rollercoaster. One minute you’re soaring high on a cloud of pure joy, watching…Jul 20Jul 20
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomRethinking "Normal"Let's be honest, the whole "keeping up with the Joneses" mentality when it comes to raising kids is exhausting. This pressure to hit…Jul 7Jul 7
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomUnderstanding Double Standards in Developmental Milestones: A Personal PerspectiveWhen my child was diagnosed as neurodivergent, I began to notice some glaring double standards in how we view developmental milestones…Jun 19Jun 19
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomRedefining Success: Why “Typical” Milestones Don’t Apply to All KidsMy heart sinks every time I scroll through social media and see another perfectly curated post of a child hitting a “typical” milestone…Jun 12Jun 12
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomBeyond the Diagnosis: My Rollercoaster of Emotions After My Child’s Autism DiagnosisMy heart sank. The neurologist’s words echoed: “Autism Spectrum Disorder.” A million emotions flooded me, leaving me breathless and…May 261May 261
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomVaccines: Weighing My EvidenceAs a parent, my primary goal is to ensure the health and well-being of my child. I trusted my medical team to guide me through critical…May 26May 26
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomThe Early Bird ObserverHave you ever wondered how an autistic child like my son, Julius, experiences the world? Recent brain scans show that kids like Julius…May 16May 16
Shakyra Sanchez | Autism MomLife with My Extraordinary Autistic ExplorerHey there! As my first post, I want to extend a warm welcome to my little writing corner. Here, I’ll share not only my journey as a mom to…Apr 26Apr 26