I am an adoptive mother of a sweet little girl who will be 2 on Thursday. I recently was advised by a new pediatrician (we just relocated) to have an evaluation done for ASD. The tears rolled down my face. I had an inkling. I knew things weren't "normal." I have a brother with autism and have worked with people with special needs. In some ways, I feel validated in how truly difficult things have been over the past two years... so many people have been judgmental toward me: "You need to do this or that... this is your first child, you don't know what you are doing" type of comments... My heart is broken as I face the initial realizations and challenges, especially since my husband is without work and we have other life challenges to face right now. But your article does help me to feel less alone as I begin the journey down this new road. And I truly appreciated the other commenter who added, "Love never fails." Thank you to Dr. Greene and all of these parents who take the time to share.