@rachelcarely: I yelled at my autistic child... and I wish someone had told me this sooner. 💔🧩 I I yelled at my autistic child today... and the guilt hit me before I even stopped. I watched the fear in those little eyes... and realized they didn't need a louder voice. They needed a calmer one. Here's what I've learned: Your child isn't trying to make your life harder. During a meltdown, their nervous system is overwhelmed not choosing to lose control. They may not remember every word you said... But they'll remember how you made them feel. If you've ever lost your patience... You're not a bad parent. You're carrying more than most people will ever understand. What changed everything for us was giving our child a way to communicate before the meltdown started. Save this for the next hard day. ➡️ Visual support tools for autistic children printable bundle CHECK MY PROFILE #AutismParenting #AutismMum #AutisticChild #SENParent #AutismUK #AutismMeltdown #NeurodivergentKids #AutismSupport #AutismAwareness #GentleParenting #AutismRoutine #AutismVisualSchedule