Autism: Are We There Yet?

It’s the greatest day of your life: the moment the life force from the depths of your belly finds way into the vast real world. The moment you have longed for is finally here, to actually hold and hug with your arms the little wonder that the universe has granted into your life. But something is different, something you can’t put your finger on.

This is the journey for all who have experienced Are We There Yet?, a book that gets to the core of what parents experience in situations just like you. It will be months, maybe years before someone can help you put your finger on it: your beautiful wonderful miracle child has autism.

In a way, it can be a relief – to know that your child is not the “bad seed” or a natural troublemaker. It can be a relief to know that it isn’t a lack of love for you that they admonish those hugs you so desperately want to give them. It is because they simply cannot process such strength of emotion and love as they process data. But the relief is lost with the knowledge that your child will face most things alone, in a world that no one else can quite understand. It’s their world and as their mother or father, you will be their greatest protector, most valued teacher and ultimately their greatest student.

In a compelling account of personal experiences, Are We There Yet? helps parents, grandparents and friends understand that different is not bad. There are ways to learn how to cope, not only for parents, but also for your autistic child. Parents are their children’s biggest advocates and with their undying love and compassion, an autistic child can develop well beyond their social stigma.

Yes! Autistic children can do great things, are capable of great love and have insights into the world most of us would never stop to ponder. It’s all about a viewpoint and when you sit down on the ground and take a look at what they see, you begin to understand. Are We There Yet tells the journey of autistic children but doesn’t stop there. It gives you the insight as their parents to take a breath and start to understand and go on the journey with them!

“Are We There Yet? Coming Full Circle with Autism”

Contents

Introduction- Rebbekah White’s own personal story about her two sons Alex and Adam and the issues they face and the joy they bring.

Part I - Diagnosis

How Autism is diagnoised
What you as a parent/caregiver need to know.

Part II - Treatment

What to do once your child has been diagnoised with Autism
Finding what works
Different treatment options
The power of music
How hugs can help your autistic child
How to stop self-injury
Achieving self-control for the autistic child
Medication options
Dealing with Asperger’s

Part III - Diet

Dietary concerns for those with autism
Gluten & casein
What is leaky gut syndrome?

Part IV - Family

How to tell family members that your child is autistic
Dealing with autistic teenagers
Autistic children and the strain on marriage
Family vacations with autistic children

Part V - Social Community

Busting the autism stereotype
Autistic forms of teaching and tolerance
How to handle going from school to work
Theory of mind difficulties
Sexual abuse in the autistic world
Know your rights-laws & autism

Part VI - Family Stories- through out the book “Are We There Yet? Coming Full Circle with Autism” there are family stories that deal with each section.

However many stories could not be fit into a specific section so here we have included stories from family members and caregivers on what they have done in the search for care for their autistic children.

From heartbreaking to inspirational the stories will help you as the parent or caregiver know you are not ALONE in your pursuit for a happier and healthier life for your autistic child.

Part VII - Additional Resources

Books, Communities, Organizations, Articles and more to help you find what is right for your autistic child.
To include design tips for your child’s bedroom and sensory products that parents have found to work with their autistic children.