A diagnosis changes everything-but it doesn't define your child's future. You don't need a map. You need a compass. The Parenting Compass is a compassionate, practical, and empowering guide for parents raising a child on the autism spectrum. Written by Julian Hayes-parent, advocate, and experienced guide through the world of autism-this book helps you replace confusion with clarity, fear with understanding, and overwhelm with confidence.
Through real stories, relatable guidance, and step-by-step tools, this book becomes your navigation system as you learn to understand sensory needs, decode challenging behaviors, build effective routines, communicate with connection, and advocate in school and public spaces. Whether the diagnosis is new or you've been navigating this journey for years, The Parenting Compass gives you the reassurance, knowledge, and practical tools to help your child thrive authentically-while also supporting your own well-being.
Inside you'll learn how to: Understand and decode sensory processing and behavior Support emotional regulation through visual tools and routines Communicate in ways that truly connect Prepare for school, outings, and daily challenges Trust your intuition and become the expert on your child Build a supportive "tribe" and prevent parental burnout Loving, practical, and filled with hope, this book is not another one-size-fits-all plan-it's a compass placed firmly in your hands.
Because your child doesn't need to become someone else-they need the world to understand who they already are.
A diagnosis changes everything-but it doesn't define your child's future. You don't need a map. You need a compass. The Parenting Compass is a compassionate, practical, and empowering guide for parents raising a child on the autism spectrum. Written by Julian Hayes-parent, advocate, and experienced guide through the world of autism-this book helps you replace confusion with clarity, fear with understanding, and overwhelm with confidence.
Through real stories, relatable guidance, and step-by-step tools, this book becomes your navigation system as you learn to understand sensory needs, decode challenging behaviors, build effective routines, communicate with connection, and advocate in school and public spaces. Whether the diagnosis is new or you've been navigating this journey for years, The Parenting Compass gives you the reassurance, knowledge, and practical tools to help your child thrive authentically-while also supporting your own well-being.
Inside you'll learn how to: Understand and decode sensory processing and behavior Support emotional regulation through visual tools and routines Communicate in ways that truly connect Prepare for school, outings, and daily challenges Trust your intuition and become the expert on your child Build a supportive "tribe" and prevent parental burnout Loving, practical, and filled with hope, this book is not another one-size-fits-all plan-it's a compass placed firmly in your hands.
Because your child doesn't need to become someone else-they need the world to understand who they already are.