January - 2024

MAMA BEAR'S BLOG

Empowerment in Action: SDYM's Bold Vision for the Future

I’m sooooo enjoying watching SDYM come into his own. He speaks life into himself… I’m eavesdropping on a conversation… SYDM: Yeah. I...

Autism and Community: How Passion Unites and Connects

One of my deepest fears as a mother of a child on the autism spectrum was the thought of My Baby going through this world alone. As long...

Mama Bears Unite: Creating Safe Spaces for Children with Disabilities

Last night, I had the awesome honor of speaking with the mothers of Jack and Jill, Eastern Region about summer camps for children with...

Love, Understanding, and Support: A Heartfelt Exchange Between Mother and Son

Yesterday, I was stressed…like really stressed. SDYM is in crunch time. And, I fully recognize that we have less than 8 months before his...

Lessons from the Balcony: How SDYM Taught Me to Appreciate the Moment

I live about three years in the future at all times for SDYM…working to clear a path to ensure he has every opportunity to maximize his...

Beyond Stigma: Understanding the Logic Behind Comfort Objects for Neurodivergent Children

My son is 17 years old and he wears a black Adidas drawstring backpack, housing two pink plush birds, almost everywhere he goes. The...

Dream Big, Plan Smart: A Systematic Approach to Accomplishing Dreams

I’m a HUGE believer in taking Baby Steps to achieve Big Goals. Because, Big Goals are be intimidating and can easily become daydreams,...

The Gift of Unconditional Love: A Mother's Reflection

Tuesday after school, I prepared a snack for SDYM. Now, that he is older, bigger, and requires more fuel, his after school snacks are...

The Sweet Sound of Victory: Celebrating SDYM's Amazing Milestone!

LOOK!!!! I am so PROUD I could SCREAM (again)!!!!! After school, SDYM was preparing to make a “How it’s going” art video for his new...

SDYM: The Sherlock Holmes of His School – A Tale of Lost and Found!

Nobody’s gonna put SDYM in a corner!!!! Okay…soooooo…nephew lost his keys and wallet Tuesday at school. Essentially, he left them in his...

Meet SDYM and Mama Bear

Welcome to the Mama Bear Blog, where Dr. El Brown invites you into her world of parenting, education, and empowerment.

Through personal accounts and heartfelt narratives, Dr. El shares her core beliefs and approaches to various aspects of life, including education, service provision, and family empowerment.

As a mother to her son, SDYM, who is a young man on the autism spectrum, Dr. El's journey is a testament to the power of empathy and compassion. Her experiences in effectively mothering SDYM have shaped her philosophy on engagement, teaching her valuable lessons that extend beyond the realm of parenting.

Join us as we delve into the wonderful world of Mama Bear and SDYM, where each story is filled with warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by families. Whether you're a service provider working with families or a family navigating the complexities of raising a child, Mama Bear Blog offers a friendly and informative space for learning and growth.

Embark on a journey of empowerment and support with "You Are Not Alone.

I once heard that parenting is like learning to change a tire on a moving car.

Well, if that is the case then learning to parent a child with disabilities without support is like learning to change a tire on a moving car, while on a busy expressway, blindfolded, without a jack and a tire iron - a near-impossible struggle. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

The goal of this book is to slow down the traffic, take off your blindfold, give you the tools, and show you how to use them…all while never leaving your side because I’m your Hip Pocket Girl. I’ve traveled the journey, I’ve done the work, and I have made a path to ease your way.

Mothering a child on the autism spectrum can feel overwhelming and incredibly lonely at times. This book is your key to a village of mothers, who share a similar journey. We share with each other. We support each other. And we are here to let you know that you are never alone.