I’m sorry. I think I must forget every year how *much* the holidays are for my kids. Both of them, honestly, thought the NT one has less frustrating coping mechanisms. I realized yesterday the last time we had a full on Christmas was 2019 (last year most extended family had COVID) so maybe it feels even more crazy than usual this year. Trying to not freak out this ball of emotions has replaced my DD permanently….

My 9-year-old ASD child has had a lot of trouble over the holiday break. Gosh, even I struggle with the change in routine!