When you’re a mom with kids on the spectrum, you need a support network. But the right one can be impossible to find. For example, why isn’t there any wine?
So, what is a mom with kids on the spectrum supposed to do? Create your own autism mom’s group, of course. Meet Taryn, Mia, Liz, and Corina, four moms with very different lives and backgrounds who bond over their autistic kids while drinking … while drinking Moscato.
So, what do you get when you have four sleep-deprived moms, six kids on the spectrum, and a misbehaving therapy dog? Lots of meltdowns, breakthroughs, more wine, and enough chaos to make each day a new adventure.
It could be from lack of sleep or decoding riddles and screams all day, but autism parents have an adventurous life and their own language. Meltdowns and Moscato shares a glimpse into the lives of families with kids on the spectrum and all the craziness and love that comes with it.
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A book for all moms of special kids – You are not alone.
‘Meltdowns and Moscato’ is a must-read for all moms of kids with special needs. Having said that, I highly recommend ALL adults read this book. It is a sad fact that you cannot know what it means to have a child with autism (or other disability) until you have one- the grief, the happiness, the judgement and the solitude, but if you read this book, you might just get a glimpse into it.
Aside from all the learning, it is an ENTERTAINING read. The families featured get into all sorts of difficulties, accidents, misunderstandings and some real-life tear-jerking moments. As a mom with a kid on the autism spectrum I was identifying with so much, as one who has had a good experience of support groups, I will add that you need to find your tribe(s), in whatever form they come in.
There is also a bit of romance- we all need a Hudson in our lives!
Each of the chapters has a fun heading and is a bite-size piece, so a busy mom can easily pick this book up and put it down without having to stop mid-chapter.
I highly recommend this book to everyone.
I really enjoyed this story! It was fun and truly opened my eyes to what an autism parent goes through in a day to day life. Well done Jaci on another great story. Cheers!
I just started it and already love it! Its a book that you can read the first couple of pages and be hooked. Im so excited to finish!
By far one of the best books that I have read in a long time. Jaci Wheeler once again brings to life her characters in a way that you feel every emotion with them! A great story about a group of moms finding their village! Easy to read, it will make you laugh and maybe she’d a few tears, too! Highly recommend!
An awesome book about 4 Moms with autistic children that come together for support. Jaci takes us on a journey of what these family’s go through every day. What an insightful book of struggles and successes. You don’t need a child on the spectrum to read and appreciate this book. Grab your copy today.
Although I haven’t read/received my book yet, I already know I’m going to love it as I do all her books. Can’t wait
An eyeopening look into their world
Every Mom has her tough day.
But what we see in Meltdowns, is the story of 4 Moms, who all are brought together by 1 thing.
Their Kids, Kids who are on the Spectrum.
But how do these Mom’s make it through the knock you down, break your heart and spirit kind of days. When they just can’t seem to make it? They lean on each other, so they can be the Super Mom’s to their kids. They make a support group of their own.
For me, a Mom who doesn’t have Child on the Spectrum. It was an eyeopening, insightful look into the daily life, struggles and triumphs of what a Mom/Family lives with everyday. How you never know what the next minute, hour or day will bring you. Or what will be the next hurdle they need to overcome. And it also makes you look at yourself, and that Mom in the store who’s child is having a Meltdown with compassion instead of snarky comment.
It’s truly amazing to see what these Women & Family’s overcome each and everyday with Love, Devotion & Wine!
I truly hope you enjoy and learn a little something from this book. Meltdown’s happen, but Mosacto can help make the day better!