Sincerely, Your Autistic Child

This essential collection offers parents what no clinical guide can provide: direct wisdom from autistic adults who have lived the experiences their children are navigating right now. The book brings together diverse perspectives from autistic women and nonbinary individuals, creating a powerful chorus of voices that cuts through common misconceptions about neurodiversity. Each contributor shares hard-won insights about what truly helps autistic children feel seen and supported, moving beyond technical approaches to address the emotional core of parent-child relationships. These personal narratives transform abstract concepts into tangible guidance that resonates with both heart and practicality.

What makes this resource so transformative is its reversal of the typical autism conversation—instead of experts talking about autistic people, autistic people are speaking directly to the families raising the next generation. The essays cover critical developmental stages from early childhood through education and into cultural identity, offering specific examples of harmful patterns to avoid and affirming practices to embrace. Parents seeking to understand their child's inner world will find this an indispensable roadmap to creating environments where autistic individuals don't just cope but truly thrive. The collective message builds toward a powerful conclusion: acceptance isn't about fixing differences but about celebrating the unique person your child already is.