Blog tagged as special education advocate

From Hot Mess to Head of the Table: How IEP Emotions Turned Me Into an Advocate
The first time I sat in my child’s IEP meeting, I thought I was ready...until emotion took over. Here’s how that moment turned me from a “hot mess” parent into a confident, informed advocate, and how you can do the same.
10.18.2025 06:04 PM - Comment(s)
Advocacy Beyond the Table: Fighting for Families and Systems Alike
The first time I sat in my child’s IEP meeting, I thought I was ready...until emotion took over. Here’s how that moment turned me from a “hot mess” parent into a confident, informed advocate, and how you can do the same.
10.18.2025 02:40 PM - Comment(s)
      Is Autism Being Overdiagnosed?

Autism diagnoses are up, access is still uneven, and most providers are doing their best. But when the same company that evaluates your child also sells long-term therapy, there’s a built-in conflict of interest families should handle with extra care. Below I break down the facts, the ethics, and th...

09.04.2025 09:35 PM - Comment(s)