A parent is only ever as happy as their unhappiest child…

I remember hearing this statement a few years ago and it really stuck with me… Before I became a dad I don’t think I ever realised just how much my happiness would be tied to…

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Autism Friendly Cinema

I thought going to the cinema would be a significant part of my life as a parent. I was sure by now we’d have been numerous times to see the latest cartoons and family movies,…

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To medicate or not to medicate…here we go again

After 9 long months of waiting, appointments, referrals, and more appointments, today was the day. Today Tommy got to see a child psychiatrist… Before becoming a dad, they’re not two words I’d have naturally put…

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REVIEW: The Simba hybrid Mattress (AD)

If your house is anything like mine you’ll know that autism and a good night’s sleep don’t often go hand in hand. I’ve had so many sleepless nights over the last 10 years, largely thanks…

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Mental Health Week 2019

As it is Mental Health Week I thought I’d share a little about some of my own mental health journey, as a dad to two autistic sons…. A few years back there was very little…

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