What Autism Has Taught Me as a Mom and Photographer | Autism Awareness Day April 2nd is known as Autism Awareness Day. But for me, this is not just awareness. This is my life. This is my son. Meet Levi — My Why Behind Everything I Do My son Levi is 16, almost 17. He […]
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Sensory Overload and Family Photos: How to Make Photography Comfortable for Autistic Kids Family photos are meant to capture connection, joy, and the story of your family. But for many families raising autistic children, the idea of scheduling a photo session can feel overwhelming before it even begins. Between unfamiliar locations, bright lighting, new people,
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Neurodivergent-Friendly Photography in St. Louis: What Families Should Know When most families start looking for a photographer, they are thinking about the final images. But if you are a parent of a neurodivergent child, you are probably thinking about something very different. You are thinking about whether your child will feel comfortable. Whether it will
