NAA - National Autism Association

When Manners are Meaningless

by Julie Hornok | Aug 7, 2018 | Featured

Guest blogger: Julie Hornok Because I tend to want to look good myself, I often find myself expecting my kids to do what makes me look good to others. Sit still, be quiet, don’t talk too loud, smile nicely, fold your napkin in your lap, get good grades in school, and...

I Judged You By How You Treated My Daughter with Autism

by Julie Hornok | Jul 3, 2018 | Featured

Guest blogger: Julie Hornok In the last few weeks, I had begun to potty train my daughter with autism, Lizzie, moved into a new home in a better school district and helped her acclimate to her new school. Forced to be super mom every minute of every day, I was...

The Four Words a Momma’s Heart Longs to Hear

by Julie Hornok | May 15, 2018 | Featured

Guest blogger: Julie Hornok There are many rights of passage as a mom. Holding your baby for the first time, seeing your baby’s first toothless grin, and watching your baby take his first steps. But nothing can compare to the first time you hear the four most...