How I Stay Calm as an Autism Mom

Becoming a parent quite often means that everything you do, you do for your children. And of course, selflessness is incredibly beautiful! But when you forget about yourself, you are prone to being ill, overstressed and simply, it stops you from being the best parent for your children.
This week, I will be sharing my tips for parents of Autistic children - scratch that, all parents - on how to reduce their stress levels and keep a positive mind through tough times.
I hope my tips would help you and I would love to hear what you do to keep calm, please write in the comments below. Let's get the conversation going! x
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  • @ItsMulani
    @ItsMulani Жыл бұрын

    As a fulltime Stay at home mother to a non-verbal autustic 4 year old... i needed to see this. Thank you & Bless you 💕

  • @NonTradAutismMom

    @NonTradAutismMom

    3 ай бұрын

    We have to stick together ❤

  • @rebeccaw9656
    @rebeccaw96564 жыл бұрын

    I fell into a hole, I was diagnosed with depression and anxiety, I got referred to a psychiatrist, who taught me the lightbulb moment of “I had forgotten myself”, and the importance of self-care, Me-Time, and finding something to do that was meaningful for myself, that was for me. Yes, I had two out of three boys diagnosed with autism, they will always have autism, but I have to let them move forward in their lives, just like I have to move forward in my life. So, working was out of the question, with two lots of therapies, paediatrician visits, a lot of full-on high needs attention when they get home from their special disability school at 3pm... so, I’ve gone back to university, online, part time, for those school hours just to be devoted to me and my interests. I’m basically re-designing My life, so that I can be there for them, and do something meaningful for myself. So, my message of the day is: we learn how to care for our kids, but we don’t learn how to care for ourselves, and sometimes we need some professional “prodding”. Go see a therapist, for those struggling with life. It helped me turn around, and enjoy my boys more, enjoy life more.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    your an inspiration thank you for sharing x

  • @sharacy889

    @sharacy889

    4 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful!!!! Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @mariaplaytime9981

    @mariaplaytime9981

    4 жыл бұрын

    RebeccaW you are amazing Mom.

  • @jeremymedders7846
    @jeremymedders78462 жыл бұрын

    Hey. I have three kids with special needs, including twin 5-year-olds, one with autism and one...we haven't figured him out yet. I haven't scream-cried alone in my car in almost a week. That's pretty good for me. Thank you for saying "It will be okay." It helps to hear that.

  • @halleyostrander7371

    @halleyostrander7371

    6 ай бұрын

    You’re not alone! Find your village cry when you need to and do something for YOU! That’s the hardest part taking care of yourself when you know your child needs you 24/7 ❤❤

  • @TulseeDeen
    @TulseeDeen Жыл бұрын

    I was crying through this entire video. Thank you, this help so much with my mental state right now. Many blessings🙏🏽

  • @halleyostrander7371

    @halleyostrander7371

    6 ай бұрын

    Awe sweetheart ❤ I can totally relate!

  • @ceceliahutchinson939
    @ceceliahutchinson939 Жыл бұрын

    I had a rough few nights with my 3 yr. old and couldn't help but cry when I heard you say "its okay to cry". I'm constantly trying to hold it in because I don't want to admit or for him to see how much it breaks me down sometimes. Thanks for posting ❤

  • @ophilliaber-lynn7310
    @ophilliaber-lynn73104 жыл бұрын

    My son was just recently diagnosed this past November.. You're channel has help my family immensely with accepting this diagnosis 💖

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    zoe burger thank oh so much ❤️

  • @veronicaarechiga964

    @veronicaarechiga964

    4 жыл бұрын

    zoe burger ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @cynthiaverduzco8364
    @cynthiaverduzco83644 жыл бұрын

    My son was diagnosed October and I’ve had such a hard time , I’m still grieving I feel and your channel has helped me so much thank you !

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Cynthia Verduzco sending your a big hug x

  • @lesbianshrimp_

    @lesbianshrimp_

    Жыл бұрын

    Did you just say GRIEVING? About your autistic child's diagnosis?

  • @trollpatrol7039

    @trollpatrol7039

    Жыл бұрын

    I see you really are that type of Autism mom. A parent that makes their child's Autism about them, to gain attention and sympathy.

  • @lurji

    @lurji

    Жыл бұрын

    grieving what? he is the same child he was before the diagnosis

  • @sofiah.5820

    @sofiah.5820

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@lurjifr I read that comment and made the 😲 face

  • @juliemadden6857
    @juliemadden68574 жыл бұрын

    Love this video Tara! You’re helping so many people with your channel! As your Mama, I’m so proud of you! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Julie Madden thanks mama I love you x

  • @mathabahassan3471
    @mathabahassan34712 жыл бұрын

    My brother was diagnosed with Autism around last December. I am trying to learn as much as I can about it so I can help him get better and also to know how to treat him better. Your channel has helped me immensely. Especially this video. :')❤

  • @parentingbeyondbehaviours6382

    @parentingbeyondbehaviours6382

    2 жыл бұрын

    It very helpful when people share their stories and how they manage

  • @wdaou4214
    @wdaou42143 жыл бұрын

    Tara . Me too im an autism mom struggling between working part time and being autism mom to an amazing boy . Just want to say thank you and i love you! And thanks for being here !!

  • @andreaollarves7288
    @andreaollarves7288 Жыл бұрын

    I can’t believe I was reminded of this video today after 3 years. I needed it.I’m finally going away by myself next Sunday for a week! I’m so nervous but excited too! So glad to watch this video again and at this time! ❤

  • @MariaGonzalez-qz5in
    @MariaGonzalez-qz5in4 жыл бұрын

    This means so much....thanks for taking the time and say the exact words I need to hear from time to time

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    sending love

  • @nejodeda2710
    @nejodeda2710 Жыл бұрын

    Love this video. Helped me so much . There’s not a day where I don’t come back and replay one of your videos . I think I’ve watched this video 50 times now

  • @contentlycalilo2472
    @contentlycalilo24723 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing. This is so inspiring. I have a 9 yr old daughter with Autism and adhd and some days I feel so unbelievably overwhelmed and down! But this has helped a lot. To see others who know what I’m going through and who handle it well is giving me hope! Thank you for your channel, it’s really a blessing. Ps I’m also a new subscriber 😃❤️

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for following us along x

  • @katlinosburn2919
    @katlinosburn29193 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for creating this channel. I am an autism mom as well and it is so wonderful to know that I’m we’re not alone. It’s been a journey with lots of ups and downs and as hard as it may be sometimes, I wouldn’t change a single hair on his head. Thank you and your lovely little family for sharing all of your battles and victories. ❤️❤️

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching lovely

  • @homewithjoy9438
    @homewithjoy94383 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this video! I feel the same , having this challenges with my son also is not easy...through your videos im learning a lot! Self care is essential so i can take care of my family as well and be the best mom for them

  • @user-je2bf9ds8p
    @user-je2bf9ds8p Жыл бұрын

    I am really thankful of your video. This really deeply hits me.

  • @aditijuneja1132
    @aditijuneja11322 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Tara. I often cry while watching your videos. In a similar situation. I’m in Canada and suddenly feel like have found a friend that’s helping me out. Thank you again for everything you share here 💜

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. I’m pleased I can be of some help. And you always have a friend in me x

  • @amyb2287
    @amyb22874 жыл бұрын

    I am beyond grateful I stumbled across your channel. This video hit me hard. I sometimes find myself crying and Feeling defeated at times, and I feel so bad taking a mommy break. Because I also feel overwhelmed with all the love my little boy asks from me as well. He has taught me so much and I am still learning. Thank you for sharing with us. 🙏 I look forward to your next video 🥰

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    amyb2287 oh lovely do try and take some time for your self. Do something this week for you. ❤️

  • @ryinmcgrath6604
    @ryinmcgrath66042 жыл бұрын

    I love your videos. Thank you for sharing so much. It really helps moms that are desperately trying to find someone to relate to. My favorite thing about technology.

  • @barbararomain7558
    @barbararomain75584 жыл бұрын

    "I wouldn't change him" omg my tears went out like a river.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    oh sweetie sending a big hug.. xo

  • @78KellyS78

    @78KellyS78

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same here. Even before she started crying! Happy content kids is everything, so tough to maintain but they are worth the massive efforts 🥇 🏆 🙌

  • @gingerwithahammer
    @gingerwithahammer2 жыл бұрын

    Our son was diagnosed at 18 months and got his therapies a month later because my wife was so persistent and driven! He is thriving and amazes us everyday, whether its a rough day or the best day. Thank u so much for your videos and your experience.

  • @martag4002
    @martag40024 жыл бұрын

    This is so relatable. I love this video, very uplifting and positive, thank you xxx

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Marta G ❤️❤️

  • @katb3266
    @katb32662 жыл бұрын

    This video was posted some time ago but has been a huge relief for me. I felt like I was struggling alone. I’m a single mom and my son is 3 and severely autistic. He’s so lovely and loving but the outbursts and frustration have me next to tears almost every day.

  • @oliviaann5535
    @oliviaann55354 жыл бұрын

    Yet another wonderful video, I will listen to that meditation for sure .

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Olivia Ann thank. You x

  • @yasilasheraz3216
    @yasilasheraz32163 жыл бұрын

    So honest and so sweet. God bless you.

  • @letsplaywitheesa1668
    @letsplaywitheesa16683 жыл бұрын

    I love you Tara for making these videos.

  • @jskirodgers
    @jskirodgers4 жыл бұрын

    You are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your advice and wisdom.

  • @catherinemarcha-bisson7507
    @catherinemarcha-bisson75074 жыл бұрын

    Thanks soooooo much for your transparency, honesty, unembarrasedly truth🙏🏽. My boy is 18, and I would have felt less alone if your vlogs were around when he was younger. Amen to this video, I am just now taking up self care routines after years of erasing my needs for the family.s needs. I’m an American mom raising Franco-American son in Paris, who was diagnosed at 15....😥! Your vlogs in English are my safe havens. If you visit Paris with Dylan, let me know! Hugs to you, T!

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Catherine Marcha-Bisson hey there thank you so much for your lovely comment. Well done you! There was hardly any support 18 years ago. I’m so pleased to hear you are finally taking the much needed time to look after you! Will def look you up if we come to Paris. Hugs to you! Xox

  • @go3119
    @go31194 жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to the meditation audio! Much love and thank you, some days your channel is the only support I get.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sky Archer sending you. A big hug. Your not in this alone always here if you need a friend x

  • @varshaprasadeshwar594
    @varshaprasadeshwar5942 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this! Just want to say thank you and loved this !

  • @Vanessa-ck4pv
    @Vanessa-ck4pv4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing! :) it’s so good to hear that! Thank you for being honest

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    thank you so much x

  • @Something2seeNDo
    @Something2seeNDo2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. Your videos help so much. I agree about the crying, I cry a lot more now & it does help.

  • @manicpixiedreamgirl7810
    @manicpixiedreamgirl78104 жыл бұрын

    I'm a mom of a 3 year old little boy on the spectrum. THANK YOU for sharing your journey. your videos inspire me and give me hope. sending all of our love.♥️

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    manicpixie dreamgirl ❤️🥰

  • @hopeandalittleautism
    @hopeandalittleautism4 жыл бұрын

    Your videos really help me de- stress from d everyday challenges. Thank you .

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    anjali sinha thank you for supporting me through my channel xox

  • @tajebeauty7634
    @tajebeauty76343 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sooooo much for this video!!! This helped me so much!!! U are amazing 💖

  • @HoneyB314
    @HoneyB3144 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. ❤️ All of these things I have been struggling with. My husband is in the US Army and deployed and my 6 year old with Autism has been struggling, who am I kidding, I am struggling. But love your videos and you are an inspiration. Thank you, I feel hopeful.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Brittany Vosika sending you so much love. Your doing an awesome job. So hard for you that your husband is away. I hope you have a support network around you xo

  • @cindypacheco8135
    @cindypacheco81353 жыл бұрын

    I needed this soo much today, its been hard during this pandemic. Thank you so much for opening up.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sending you a big hug I know it’s so hard x

  • @chenglim7080
    @chenglim70804 жыл бұрын

    Hey,, just to say I've learned so much from you, just by watching your video. Aye, I sense a very close and loving bond you have with Dylan and that you will not change Dylan for the world and who can blame you for that? And that Dylan, too, loves you very much indeed in return, and again who can blame Dylan for that too! You are one incredibly amazing devoted mum! PTGL Amen Amen!

  • @zahraali7905
    @zahraali79054 жыл бұрын

    It is true that we should have some friends who are on the same page as we are but as for me I live in Finland and my son was recently diagnosed and it felt like my whole life changed. I don’t know anyone who is in Finland who has an autistic child that I can chat with. But I found this channel and another channel called live on purposes tv on KZread and these channel really helped me to cope with the stress and anxiety that I was having. Am very thankful that I found them .

  • @andreaollarves7288
    @andreaollarves72884 жыл бұрын

    You are such an inspiration for me, I needed this video so much. I need to find time for myself, I have my husband but We don’t have family around to help. We are from Venezuela and we live in the UK. We find hard to find time for us as a couple or just time for me. I will take your advice and plan a holiday for myself which is quite hard as you said we just think of our little one. But I have to try your advice and repeat to myself “he is going to be okay”. I will try to find information about respite as that will really help us. Thank you again. :)

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Andrea Ollarves hey there. He really will be ok. And as long as you have support for him and you do a little picture story line of how many days you are going to be gone and when you coming back.And when you come back on that day put a little present down so they get excited. It will do you the world of good xox

  • @andreaollarves7288

    @andreaollarves7288

    4 жыл бұрын

    Coming Home to Autism that is a good idea, thanks. My husband went to Madrid for couple of days and my son kept asking “Daddy coming?” And I didn’t know a best way to how to explain when was he coming. I told him “ he is in the airplane” and “daddy coming soon” as my son had travel by airplane before so just trying to use something that makes sense for him. But I will try an story line. My husband got a present for him when he came back and he was so excited. Thanks.

  • @rachelcaldwell5414
    @rachelcaldwell54144 жыл бұрын

    Great subject to cover, thanks for sharing. I look forward to the meditation 😍

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    just recorded it today it will be up soon hope you like it. x

  • @thejemgirlchannel1585
    @thejemgirlchannel1585 Жыл бұрын

    I soooo needed this today! Thank you

  • @annailles8625
    @annailles86254 жыл бұрын

    Tara you are a wonderfully therapeutic presence, thank you so much for sharing your journey and your story. Your candidness and down to earth approach is so inspiring to so many people. I'm a person on the spectrum working to become a speech therapist, and I'm excited to work with parents like you and refer new parents of children with autism to your channel! It's such an amazing resource, you're on the directory of videos I refer people to all the time!

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Anna Illes thank you so much that honestly means so much to me. And your incredible and will make a huge difference to children by becoming a SLT xox

  • @sharacy889

    @sharacy889

    4 жыл бұрын

    All the very best with your studies!!!!

  • @annailles8625

    @annailles8625

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@sharacy889 Thank you this is so sweet!

  • @maj1636
    @maj16364 жыл бұрын

    Yes I feel you. I get this feeling of being overwhelmed especially being a single mom, then I see him and find the strength to carry on with love.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    you got this x

  • @NonTradAutismMom
    @NonTradAutismMom3 ай бұрын

    It's a daily struggle. You won't get it right everyday or even every hour. Cry, make mistakes, apologize. Take time alone whenever you can It's necessary parents. It's natural to say why, and I wish I wish but you are where you are your child will always be what they are. Hard to accept, letting go of what is normal and acceptable and routine and perfect and what a child should be doing is A REQUIREMENT❤ and keeping up with people that understand and can relate is vital and keeps the disappointment at bay. One minute at a time❤ we will be okay and our children will be too✨️

  • @logienghazal9821
    @logienghazal98214 жыл бұрын

    I just ran through your channel and I am so happy to see other people go through my same day routine and your tips are spot on thank you from Africa Libya

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    thank you x

  • @rashaali2956
    @rashaali29564 жыл бұрын

    Your channel helped me a lot thank you my son is 4 years old was diagnosed with Adhd and autism

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Rasha Ali ❤️

  • @blessedlife7260
    @blessedlife72604 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video 💗

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Arlynne Ennylra ❤️❤️

  • @beccajane328
    @beccajane3282 жыл бұрын

    Your amazing I am also an autism mum and I get so upset when people judge my son or say such negative things your doing a great job 👏

  • @ayahali4698
    @ayahali46984 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing ❤️

  • @mugelalharazi7494
    @mugelalharazi74944 жыл бұрын

    Cried through the video, thank u... it will all be okay..❤️

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    it will be .. big hug x

  • @AllGood_Thingss
    @AllGood_Thingss2 жыл бұрын

    so helpful your video thank you so much for sharing xx I am struggling at the moment my little has autism & cerebral palsy and this video has helped me a lot thank you xx

  • @rachelporelli2135
    @rachelporelli21354 жыл бұрын

    This has made me feel so much better, there has been times when iv had those thoughts about normal kids and then sent myself on a massive guilt trip for it.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    I think the most important thing about this whole journey is to be honest with yourself just because you have feelings or thoughts it doesn’t mean it’s bad or you should feel guilty about it in fact it’s all part of acceptance and that’s what we’re all striving for is acceptance for our children x

  • @susiejones3238
    @susiejones32384 жыл бұрын

    I've also shouted "why can't you be like a normal kid"!! big deep breathe - I love tuning in and these really help me xx

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    thank you xox

  • @silvanav1044
    @silvanav10444 жыл бұрын

    your videos help so much 💜

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Silvana V ❤️❤️

  • @warffxfreak
    @warffxfreak4 жыл бұрын

    I work with people that have autism and a lot of this is very relatable. Again.. Thank you for making these video's

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Chips&Sushi ❤️❤️❤️

  • @mikeymikey4964
    @mikeymikey49644 жыл бұрын

    Yaaaaay meditation from you!!! Thank you.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    hope you like it xox

  • @gorgeouswales9635
    @gorgeouswales96354 жыл бұрын

    I can relate, my daughter is Autistic she’s 7 years old💕 Thank you, this was good and helpful😊

  • @NepalifamilyUK
    @NepalifamilyUK3 жыл бұрын

    Wow you are amazing .. thank you for sharing this video. It has help me to destress in some extend.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy it has helped a little x

  • @jeaniedelaney4711
    @jeaniedelaney47114 жыл бұрын

    I can totally relate to your comment about the constant contact being a bit suffocating.

  • @sylviig2737
    @sylviig27374 жыл бұрын

    My son wouldn’t wear wellies and coat at some point and we also live in England🙈 I am thankful we are over it 😊 I think part of why I love your videos is that I actually find your voice very soothing and calming so I am looking forward to the meditation video. Take care Xx

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    sylvii G really ? Thank you so much xox

  • @sylviig2737

    @sylviig2737

    4 жыл бұрын

    Coming Home to Autism yes honestly 😊 Xx

  • @AmberZaidi110
    @AmberZaidi1106 ай бұрын

    Your videos helping alot ❤ I have son 4 years old our journey just started 🌱

  • @taraharan4524
    @taraharan45244 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for this video

  • @ChuuMoon777
    @ChuuMoon7772 жыл бұрын

    My mom has a difficult time with me, so I feel so guilty for her exhaustion

  • @sobianajib8416
    @sobianajib84163 жыл бұрын

    Ur amazing... Thanku for ur channel x

  • @SumzaiyaRemedies
    @SumzaiyaRemedies3 жыл бұрын

    I needed this today. I feel defeated with my non verbal son everyday

  • @lolipop13081983
    @lolipop130819834 жыл бұрын

    Thank you ❤️

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Anna K ❤️❤️❤️

  • @annra8570
    @annra85704 жыл бұрын

    Thank you 😊 xx

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Ann Ra ❤️❤️

  • @catherinehartley4941
    @catherinehartley49413 жыл бұрын

    My daughter has been diagnosed aged 7 as a level 1 autistic 18 months ago. 9 months after our move to the Netherlands. We are currently home schooling which is not fun; many meltdowns. I am reading this after just being kicked by my daughter on purpose going into melt down. I fully agree with what your saying in this video. thanks

  • @2Damon
    @2Damon2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @sairachowdhury7818
    @sairachowdhury78184 жыл бұрын

    You are soooooo lucky that you can have a break. I have to be with my son 24/7 of whole year. No holiday, no break up😥

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    oh sweetheart thats so hard. is there anyone who can help? are their services in your area that can help? I didnt have any help but with my best friend Ayan who also as a son with ASD we helped each other out even for an hour. meet up with local familes in the same boat can give such relief .. sending you love

  • @carolinejohansson8609
    @carolinejohansson86094 жыл бұрын

    I am so looking forward to listen to you at night. Who needs Matthew? 🤗 You are amazing ✨💗✨

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Caroline Johansson hahah thanks .. Mathew who?!?

  • @carolinejohansson8609

    @carolinejohansson8609

    4 жыл бұрын

    Coming Home to Autism I meant Matthew McConaughey 😊

  • @carolinejohansson8609

    @carolinejohansson8609

    4 жыл бұрын

    Alright, alright, alright, you already forgot about him 🙈 (tired mommy here) 😀 m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/imiWyZaKZpbRerQ.html

  • @freeme3822
    @freeme38224 жыл бұрын

    When i want to relax i watch your videos.. Thanks again.. From Greece..

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Eleftheria Panou sending you big hugs x

  • @freeme3822

    @freeme3822

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your response.. It means a lot for me.. May i ask you something if you know of course : have you ever heard of the son rise program? See, here in Greece it is very difficult for our Kids..

  • @lmm046
    @lmm0464 жыл бұрын

    I always say these same thing to my Jack "I adore you". He's 4 and was diagnosed in January. As difficult as he can be, he's perfectly himself and I would never change him either. ❤❤❤❤

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    love this

  • @omyusuf64
    @omyusuf644 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tara, I think I’ve only commented once before on Dylan’s birthday video (how was his big day? I hope he had fun 🙂) my son’s gonna 5 in June and we are waiting for an assessment for ASD. The school psychologist thinks he might be on the spectrum. Yusuf always exhibited some signs but to my limited knowledge at the time he was under 2 I never thought they were something alarming, I always thought every child is unique and that’s his way. Of course being an only child and not having another one to compare him to was another reason maybe.. anyway I just wanted to say thank you to you and your lovely family 💞 it helps a lot seeing you and how you approach things. And yes I agree with you our little ones are amazing just the way they are. I know you have a lot on your plate already but it would be great if there’s a Facebook group page for your followers, this way we could make an online community and share our experiences and support each other too.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Om Yusuf hey there that’s such a great idea. I do have a Facebook group called you guessed it “ coming home to autism” I just let my followers know that it is actually there! 🥰

  • @omyusuf64

    @omyusuf64

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you lots, will check it out 😊

  • @crisdavis5583
    @crisdavis55833 жыл бұрын

    This helped me a lot, it is going to be okay 🥰

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    You got this!

  • @kimberlyboggs4141
    @kimberlyboggs41412 жыл бұрын

    I have no support system I'm overwhelmed his energy levels r the highest I've ever seen and he doesn't listen to me even though he knows better

  • @mariaplaytime9981
    @mariaplaytime99814 жыл бұрын

    You are amazing mom. I love your channel.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @mariaplaytime9981

    @mariaplaytime9981

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ComingHometoAutism Thank you for sharing your story.

  • @sashkirby6770
    @sashkirby67703 жыл бұрын

    It's so had for me, I have cardiomyopathy only 25 to 30% of my heart work, my son just got diagnosed with the spectrum I was devastated 😭 even though I'm married I don't have any help, I try to hide my feeling they say ask for help but anytime I do is a issue so I do everything by my self. Only with the strength of God I get through everything.

  • @kayleneharris5180
    @kayleneharris51804 жыл бұрын

    I understand the shoe thing, my little girl wore shoes until one day when she was about 5 she just refused and had a complete meltdown if you put any shoes anywhere near her. It took us a year of OT and de-sensitisation to finally get her to wear a pair of shoes. We still have no idea why and probably never will as she still doesn't communicate.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Kaylene Harris 💗💗

  • @Nojusticenopeace23
    @Nojusticenopeace234 жыл бұрын

    Smashing this whole parenting thing out of the water.

  • @twodroshailu7663
    @twodroshailu76634 жыл бұрын

    God bless you and your family than you for sharing

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure!

  • @1RareGem
    @1RareGem3 жыл бұрын

    We rock

  • @jazzthadhu
    @jazzthadhu2 жыл бұрын

    God bless you. Nice to watch. How did they recognize parents?

  • @attyeingutierrez
    @attyeingutierrez3 жыл бұрын

    I am a dad and I suspect that my child has autism. I love him so so much. He is turning 2 in December. I'm honestly worried and overwhelmed. I just want to say that your videos have been a great help. Thank you!

  • @ayeshaandmujtaba

    @ayeshaandmujtaba

    3 жыл бұрын

    In feel you. My concerned too

  • @attyeingutierrez

    @attyeingutierrez

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ayeshaandmujtaba i wish for you to have strength to handle this challenge! Hang in there!

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    thank you so much please dont worry its going to be ok x

  • @MrLilort
    @MrLilort Жыл бұрын

    As a single mom to non verbale. I break down every other day. Its scary to be alone. Sometimes it scares me.. what if something happens to me... he cant even call for help. He would literaly die of hunger.

  • @sarah62137
    @sarah621374 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing 😊. I just wanted to ask, what techniques do you use with Dylan for regulating his emotions? Things seem so hard right now. Everything with Dylan is a meltdown, triggers huge anxiety. Even his safe and familiar places are triggering these responses. His aggression has increased and it just feels we can’t do anything or go anywhere anymore with him or as a family. He frustrates me so much and I get so cross with him. I get cross with autism, SPD and PDA. My partner and I are arguing all the time, always frustrated with each other. It’s just a mess x

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    hey there i feel you i really do. In my last vidoes i talk about what i do to help dylans anxieties. Its tough and not easy hormones do make it a lot harder. You really need to take care of you and your relationship. its so hard i do get it .. getting out with dylan is so hard as well sometimes we battle through but now i am also looking for a one to one career to come to the house once on a saturday morning so we ( myself andrew and the two little ones ) can do some "normal family" activies. it wont always be this way. what age is your son? x

  • @samina1448
    @samina14483 жыл бұрын

    Best video

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @xamdishuutye5025
    @xamdishuutye50254 жыл бұрын

    Thank u for sharing u

  • @xamdishuutye5025

    @xamdishuutye5025

    4 жыл бұрын

    Us

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @nicollexxpownall493
    @nicollexxpownall4933 жыл бұрын

    Hey what age was Dylan diagnosed with autism ? Love watching your videos . My son is currently having tests xxx

  • @kkaur1154
    @kkaur11544 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tara Great video like always ❤️ Where in uk do you live I’m from uk aswell

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey there we’re in Brighton what about you x

  • @kkaur1154

    @kkaur1154

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi I’m in Birmingham

  • @kkaur1154

    @kkaur1154

    4 жыл бұрын

    How many hours of aba you did for your son

  • @chrisalexis6425
    @chrisalexis64254 жыл бұрын

    Will you by chance be writing another book as we follow the adventures and continuing evolution of your family? Of you as a parent? Of Dylan as he grows older?

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Chris Alexis hi there yes another book is in the works . Takes about 3 years to get it together though 🥰

  • @chrisalexis6425

    @chrisalexis6425

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ComingHometoAutism Looking forward to Coming Home to Autism: Volume 2!

  • @robertat3650
    @robertat3650 Жыл бұрын

    I live in Berkshire and they refuse to make a referral for respite care my son is diagnosed autistic and 3 years old

  • @MerriMom
    @MerriMom10 ай бұрын

    How do you get your autistic child to do things like clean his room? Or do his homework? How do you know what you need to “make” him do?

  • @katd200
    @katd200 Жыл бұрын

    I feel like giving up all I do is cry. Yell I UST to be a happy person but now I'm negative and I don't want to be around anyone expressly kids.

  • @aman42882
    @aman428822 жыл бұрын

    Can you do vedio on speech

  • @trishabidesi8604
    @trishabidesi86042 жыл бұрын

    Its Easier when you have money & resources. I dont have that and feel trapped. Nonetheless, your an amazing Mum & thank you for doing what you do.

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    2 жыл бұрын

    I know it may seem that way but when I had dylan we had nothing. I had no family around me and I had no money. That’s why I say if you can connect with a mama who has a child on the spectrum too like my beautiful friend Ayan who I got talking too at a specialist play Center . I’m not sure which country you are in but is there any government support? Or local special needs charities ? We have one here where mums and dads who have children who have grown up and are on the spectrum donate an hour or two of their time to come and help others ? Maybe you could look in to this? Sending hugs your doing an amazing job it’s not easy I know. X

  • @Diyaweekendcooking
    @Diyaweekendcooking3 жыл бұрын

    🥰

  • @masoudnourmohammadi3478
    @masoudnourmohammadi34784 жыл бұрын

    Pitty my wife has not any friend like you who feels her and help her! She struggles so much with my sons autism issue! Sometimes she cries sometimes she is dissapointed! Sometimes she hates other people who have such a normal life! The worst thing is not my sons autism but to see that she is sad !

  • @ComingHometoAutism

    @ComingHometoAutism

    4 жыл бұрын

    Masoud Nourmohammadi well please tell your wife she has a friend in me and she can always reach out to me on Instagram or here on KZread xox