📖 Navigating Autism: A Mother’s Guide to Supporting Your Child

✨ Concept

This book is both a guide and a companion for mothers raising children with autism. It blends practical strategies, personal encouragement, and emotional support, giving moms tools to navigate the journey with confidence and love.

📖 Interior Structure (Proposed Chapters)

1. Introduction

   • Your story & why you wrote this book

   • A message of hope for other mothers

2. Understanding Autism

   • Basics explained in simple terms

   • Common myths vs. facts

3. Early Signs & Diagnosis

   • What to look for

   • Navigating evaluations and getting support

4. Building a Support System

   • Family, friends, therapists, educators

   • Finding your village as a mom

5. Everyday Parenting Strategies

   • Communication tips

   • Routines, structure, and flexibility

   • Sensory tools & calming strategies

6. Education & Advocacy

   • Working with schools

   • IEPs and accommodations

   • Being your child’s strongest advocate

7. Self-Care for Mothers

   • Managing stress & overwhelm

   • Creating time for yourself without guilt

   • Affirmations for resilience

8. Celebrating Progress

   • Tracking milestones big and small

   • Stories of growth and joy

   • Reframing challenges as opportunities

9. Resources & Tools

   • Organizations, websites, books, apps

   • Support groups & community networks

10. Closing Letter to Mothers

    • Encouragement

    • “You are doing enough, and your child is enough.”

📐 Format & Length

• Approx. 120–160 pages

• Trim size: 6x9 (common for guidebooks)

• Edition Options:

  • B&W text for affordability

  • Optionally include a color edition if you want dividers, charts, or decorative affirmations