I became a Mother at the tender age of 18. I knew nothing about babies and children; I'd never even babysat for younger siblings or cousins! It was a daunting experience but always a role I've taken very seriously. My first child was perfect to me; they were quiet, didn't cry or want fussing over. Yet I had no idea at the time what autism was. They were so beautifully eloquent at an early age and loved reading books! I didn't really know much about milestones but I know my fi

I've spent the best part of my 30's and now my 40's processing my childhood. Having raised 2 children of my own, I really began to think about how I was raised by my own parents/carers. Almost 5 years ago I was assessed and diagnosed as autistic; along with my eldest child; now 21 who was diagnosed roughly 12/13 years ago. I've been estranged from my biological father for the last 10 years. He was emotionally abusive towards me from a young age and became physically abusive t