Friendships | Autism in Our Nest

Do I Have to Explain?

February 28, 2019February 28, 2019 Autism, Autism Acceptance, Autism Awareness, Friendships, Parent, Play, Sensory Issues, Social Interaction 24

Sometimes I wonder if I should explain Declan’s behaviors, or not? And to whom? When? Find out what I discovered, here!

Our House is a Zoo

January 31, 2019 Autism, Cat, Dogs, family, Friendships 34

After adopting a new dog and rescuing a stray cat – our house is a zoo! Read more about it, here!

In Three Years’ Time…

January 28, 2019 Aggression, Anger, Autism, Autism Acceptance, blessing, Blogging, Friendships, playground, Recess, School, Social Interaction, Social Skills 27

In three years’ time I am excited to come back and read this post about Declan’s friend, Grace. His friend, his guide and his advocate. Read more about this, here!

The Great Letter Exchange

December 11, 2018 Autism, Friendships, Fun, Story 23

After a tough day at school Declan wanted to write a letter to a friend. What ensued was a priceless story. Read it, here!

The Blessing of Grace

November 3, 2018November 4, 2018 Autism, Friendships, Halloween, Sensory Issues 16

Grace is a true blessing in Declan’s life. Read more about Grace, here!

Helicopter Parenting and Special Needs Kids

October 12, 2018October 12, 2018 Autism, Friendships, Helicopter Parenting, High-5!, IEP, parenting, Special Needs 15

My husband and I recently heard the term “Helicopter Parent.” Then we wondered if we hovered over our kids too much? Read more about this, here!

“No One Likes Me.”

September 27, 2018 Autism, Emotional Regulation, Flexible Thinking, Friendships, High Functioning Autism, Parent, School, Social Interaction, Social Learning, Social Skills, Transitions 33

Declan hates going to school, and recently raised a new complaint. Knowing that he struggles in social situations, I really felt for him. Read more about this, here!

So Far, So Good!

August 31, 2018 Autism, First Grade, Friendships, High Functioning Autism, Lunch, Recess, Sensory Needs, Social Skills 10

“I wanted to make a good first impression so I held my crazy in.” “What?” I asked Catelyn. “You know – I can get

Achieving Goals and Making Friends!

August 27, 2018 Autism, Bullying, Depression, Friendships, Fun, High Functioning Autism, Soccer 11

As far as soccer goes, Catelyn loves to play. Different sensory issues have bothered her though through the years. Read how she was able to achieve her soccer goals, here!