Welcome to My Life: A Personal Parenting Journey Through Autism by Laurie L. Hellmann is a beautiful look into the real world of a warrior mom and her son. When her son Skyler was three years old, he was diagnosed with severe, non-verbal autism. With her background in the healthcare industry plus her experience as a parent caregiver, she has a desire to help others be “seen,” as they authentically are.

Not interested in showing off only the “Instagram perfect,” she shares the mundane and the monotonous along with the challenges, triumphs, and vulnerability. By her example, Hellmann teaches while she continues to learn. She hosts a popular podcast, “Living the Sky Life – Our Autism Journey,” and is a highly sought-after speaker and advocate. We highly recommend reading through her blog as a supplement to her book, which you can purchase here.