Autism Parenting Advocate
2 decades in and still saying the quiet parts out loud.
Real stories from a real autism parent. Join our community for honest conversations about the challenges and triumphs of raising children on the spectrum.
Honest reflections and practical advice from our journey.
Autism Acceptance Month 2026 is about more than awareness. An autism parent of 25 years breaks down Medicaid threats, federal funding updates, and what families actually need right now.
By Rob Gorski · Apr 6, 2026
After almost 20 years of blogging about autism parenting, I'm finally writing a book. It's called So Your Child Was Just Diagnosed with Autism, and it's real talk from a dad who's been there. Here's what it is, what it isn't, and what it means to me.
By Rob Gorski · Apr 6, 2026
Many parents dread the moment when a child’s usual “safe food” disappears from the grocery shelf, the restaurant menu, or the kitchen cupboard. Some children eat only a narrow group of foods,...
By Rob Gorski · Mar 17, 2026
Autism Funding Cuts Are Devastating Families While the Pentagon Spends $93 Billion in One Month By Rob Gorski | March 11, 2026 Autism funding cuts are hitting our community hard right now and every...
By Rob Gorski · Mar 12, 2026
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Resources and guides to help you better understand and support your child.
Products and tools our family uses and trusts.
A biofeedback video game system that helps kids build emotional regulation skills.
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Visual routine and planning tools helping neurodivergent families see their day — life after diagnosis.
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A GPS tracker designed for children with special needs. Real-time location and safety alerts.
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Safety beds and enclosures for children with autism at risk of injury during sleep.
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