by Kimberlee Rutan McCafferty (Author)
In Raising Autism: Surviving the Early Years, author Kimberlee Rutan McCafferty writes a heartfelt and humorous memoir about the joys and challenges of parenting two children on the autism spectrum. From birth to diagnosis day and beyond, Ms. McCafferty offers helpful insights to any family who is either struggling with their child's diagnosis, or has come to a place of acceptance. Through her memoir she shows that despite the often extreme challenges autism can bring, it is still possible for families incorporating the disorder into their lives to achieve happiness and harmony.
Author Biography
Kimberlee Rutan McCafferty is the mother of two sons on the autism spectrum. Her writing, featured in Exceptional Parent Magazine, Autism Parenting Magazine, the Patch network of community information websites, and on her blog autismmommytherapist is grounded in her experiences as an educator, stay-at-home mom/therapist, and advocate. She has also authored and produced a play about mothers of autistic children and has served on the Family Partners Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, which is part of the Autism Speaks-supported Autism Treatment Network.