Jim Walter

Articles by Jim Walter

• Autism Parenting: 9 Ways to Solve Your Babysitting Dilemma

  Parenting can be isolating. Parenting can be exhausting. Everybody needs a break. Everybody needs to reconnect…

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• Is a Weighted Blanket Helpful for Autism?

  What is a weighted blanket? A weighted blanket is a type of blanket equipped with evenly distributed weights. These…

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• How One Dad Finds the Perfect Gift for His Child with Autism

  My daughter can’t tell me what she wants for Christmas. Here’s how I figure it out. If you’re a caregiver for…

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• After Losing the Love of My Life, I’m Dating for the First Time in Decades

  The Other Side of Grief is a series about the life-changing power of loss. These powerful first-person stories…

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• Single Dad Goals vs. Single Mom Goals

  When it comes to parenting, the division of labor is often unequal. Society’s preconceived expectations for “mom…

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• How to Make an Autism Cheat Sheet for the Babysitter

  I remember the first time I left my older, neurotypical (not diagnosed with autism) daughter Emma with a babysitter.

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• 6 Ways to Prepare for Autism and Puberty

  My daughter Lily is 11 years old. That might seem early to be concerning myself with the potential challenges her…

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• Autism Parenting: 11 Ways to Prepare for Summer

  Summer offers a break from the structure of school and a chance to get outside and play. For students, summer means…

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• Why I Won’t Apologize That I Find Autism Awareness Frustrating

  If you’re like me, Autism Awareness Month is actually every month. I’ve been celebrating autism awareness month for…

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• 22 Things Only Parents of Autistic Kids Understand

  Every good parent approaches their child from a position of love and acceptance. And among parents, there are many…

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