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Jozette Foster
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Neurodiverse Mom
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Join date: Jan 4, 2026
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Jan 26, 2026 ∙ 3 min
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before the Diagnosis
If I could build a time machine, I’d visit the past version of myself—the one consumed by worry before the official diagnosis. If you are in that liminal space now, this is for you. From understanding that sleep deprivation is normal (80% of us are tired!), to joining the 13% of families navigating IEPs, here is the hindsight wisdom we wish someone had whispered to us at the very beginning.
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Jan 24, 2026 ∙ 2 min
To The Mom Crying in the Car Line: I See You
I saw you today, three cars back, hiding your tears behind giant sunglasses right before the school bell rang. This is a raw, emotional letter to the parent feeling the profound loneliness of raising a neurodiverse child in a world that doesn't always accept them. This post is a digital hug, reminding you that your "invisible" struggles are seen, honored, and understood here. You are not alone in that front seat.
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Jan 22, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Finding the "Glimmer": Small Joys in Chaos
When you are in the trenches of neuro-parenting, it’s hard to see the sun. But research shows that despite high stress, many mothers report high levels of emotional closeness and positive interactions with their autistic children. The love is deep, even when the days are hard. We’ll define what "glimmers" are—tiny micro-moments of joy—and start a challenge to help you spot them today.
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