Conquer Fear, Mama: A Short Burst of Courage for Moms

Fear is a constant companion for many parents, but when you're an autism mom, it can take on a whole new shape. It’s not just the everyday worries—it’s the fear of the unknown, the fear of judgment, and the fear of a world that often doesn’t understand or accommodate your child.

I completely understand the feeling when you get that diagnosis that your child has autism, fear comes rushing in like a wave: Will they be okay? Will the world be kind? Am I doing enough? These questions can echo in quiet moments. Fear shows up in IEP meetings, in public outings where stares linger too long, and even in bedtime prayers.

But here's what I've learned: fear doesn’t mean weakness. It means love. It means vigilance. It means I care deeply—so deeply that I’m willing to advocate, fight, and show up day after day, no matter how exhausted I am.

Being an autism mom has taught me that fear doesn’t have to control me. It can sharpen my instincts, strengthen my resolve, and remind me how much my child needs someone who believes in them fiercely.

Fear is part of this journey—but so is courage. And every day, I choose both.