New year - setting new goals to achieve
We’ve thoroughly enjoyed our quality family time together over the holidays and have actually been able to relax and have fun. Now it’s...
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Monique Cain
Nov 2, 20222 min read
Living the dream
We never usually go away over the school holidays, so this was a first in itself. We’ve also never driven that far with the kids before
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Monique Cain
Oct 2, 20222 min read
The birthday boy
Birthdays are a challenging time for our family. Both kids aren’t able to independently express preferred present or party ideas
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Monique Cain
Jul 8, 20222 min read
You never know
I’m sure most people and parents in particular, second guess their decisions. As an autism parent, we’re constantly thinking
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Monique Cain
Jun 2, 20222 min read
The time is now
We were at a friend’s house recently when another parent asked, “At what age have you enjoyed your kids the most?” I said, “Probably now.”
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Monique Cain
May 6, 20222 min read
Accepting support
We’ve been eligible and encouraged to employ a support worker for the past few years but haven’t felt completely comfortable to explore
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Monique Cain
Mar 2, 20223 min read
New phase
It’s been ten years this year since our daughter Madi’s official ASD diagnosis. Which feels like a major milestone. I’ve found myself
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Monique Cain
Feb 4, 20222 min read
Be prepared!
As prepared as we are, we’re always anxious about the new year and the kids return to school. It’s a big adjustment for the whole family
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Monique Cain
Jan 4, 20222 min read
What’s new for 2022?
If you haven’t already, it’s time to start thinking about what you would like to see and achieve this year.
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Monique Cain
Dec 2, 20212 min read
Transitioning into secondary school
We’ve known this time was coming but it’s still so surreal it’s actually happening! Our
daughter Madi is in her final few weeks of primary
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Monique Cain
Nov 2, 20212 min read
Reflecting on 2021
Wow! What another challenging year it’s been. Looking back, for us there’s still been a lot of positives which we’re choosing to focus on
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Monique Cain
Oct 4, 20212 min read
The food fight
At the beginning of each year we like to set a few intentions to focus on. One of our goals for 2021 was to address Thomas limited food
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Monique Cain
Sep 2, 20212 min read
When it’s that time…
As much as we attempt to live in the present, sometimes we can’t help but think about the future.
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Monique Cain
Aug 4, 20212 min read
Lockdown life continues
Has been a difficult month and another interesting year! Coming out of school holidays to go back into lockdown for the fifth time.
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Monique Cain
Apr 6, 20212 min read
Sleepover success
At the beginning of this year one of our set goals was to work towards achieving sleep over success.
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Monique Cain
Feb 6, 20212 min read
Monumental moments
Like so many others due to Covid-19 we were forced to postpone our annual family holiday. Our entire family looks forward to going away...
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Monique Cain
Jan 4, 20212 min read
So, what’s next?
At the beginning of each year I like to look back and reflect on what’s transpired and then look ahead to plan our next steps. We’ve...
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Monique Cain
Dec 6, 20202 min read
Reflection
At the beginning of the year I wasn’t sure what was next writing wise. I wanted to focus more on the kids, our goals and further
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Monique Cain
Nov 2, 20202 min read
Decisions, decisions
So many decisions need to be made by parents on behalf of our children. I’m sure a lot of parent’s experience anxiety as a result. For...
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Monique Cain
Oct 1, 20202 min read
The little things
We all have an idea of what our life is going to look like when we have kids. Unfortunately, things don’t always go to plan.
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