As You Are

08/12/2026

If your child flaps their hands and you've been worried about it...

Dr. Burton has something to say to you.

Sometimes it's a stim. Sometimes it's just excitement. And sometimes it's just who they are.

Save this to share with a parent who needs to hear it today.

08/11/2026

To every son and daughter who experiences the world a little differently — and to every parent who has fought to make sure that world has room for them.

We started As You Are because every child deserves answers, support, and a team that sees them clearly.

Today we're thinking about all of the families we've had the privilege of walking alongside. Thank you for trusting us.

08/10/2026

Back to school can look a little different for kiddos with autism.

Here's a quick checklist to help you feel more prepared heading into the new year.

Save this one for later.

📋 Request your IEP meeting early
📋 Share your child's sensory needs with their teacher
📋 Walk the school route or visit before day one
📋 Pack a comfort item if allowed
📋 Set up a consistent morning routine now
📋 Know who to call if something feels off

Not sure where to start with everything? Schedule an appointment with one of our amazing pediatricians!

08/07/2026

A virtual autism evaluation from As You Are fits around your life — no waiting rooms, no full days off work, no driving across town.

Schedule at a time that works for you. We handle the rest.

https://asyouare.com/schedule-appointment/

08/07/2026

Two things we hear from families before they schedule an appointment with us.

"I think my insurance covers therapy, but we need an evaluation first."
or
"I don't know if my insurance covers an autism evaluation."

Here is what we tell them: there are resources — let us help you find out.

Most private insurance plans — and state Medicaid programs — do cover therapy and support services for children with a formal autism diagnosis.

The two barriers families actually face:
1. They don't realize their insurance covers it.
2. They don't yet have the formal diagnosis needed to unlock that coverage.

The evaluation is the key that opens the door. And evaluations are often covered too.

If you've been putting off an evaluation because of cost — there is information you deserve to have first.

Share this with a parent who isn't sure where to start

https://asyouare.com/does-insurance-cover-an-autism-evaluation/

08/04/2026

Most autism journeys start the same way.

A parent notices something. A gut feeling. A behavior that doesn't match the milestone chart. A moment where you think — "something is different here."

And then you take that feeling into a system that tells you to wait.

You are not wrong for noticing. You are not overreacting for asking. You are not being dramatic for wanting answers.

You know your child better than anyone in that exam room. Trust that instinct. 🧡

If you're wondering what to look for — or what comes next — we have a resource for you at the link in bio.

asyouare.com/your-toddler-our-expertise/ — share this with a parent who needs it

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07/24/2026

Autism parents, we see you. 🐐❤️

The appointments.
The advocacy.
The research at midnight.
The fighting for answers before anyone else thought to fight.

You are the BEST and we are honored to be in your corner.

Happy National Parents Day from the As You Are family.

Drop a ❤️ for an autism parent who deserves the world today.

07/23/2026

"Early intervention" gets mentioned a lot. But what does it actually mean?

Simply put — it's support for young children during the years when development is moving the fastest. Speech therapy, occupational therapy, developmental therapy, play-based support.

It looks different for every child.

If you've been hearing the term and wondering what it means for your family — now you know.

07/22/2026

When did you first start noticing something might be a little different?

For some families it was at 12 months. For others it wasn't until preschool. Some parents knew before anyone else believed them.

There's no wrong answer and there's no timeline that means you missed your window.

Share your story below if you're comfortable. Your experience might be exactly what another parent needs to read today. 👇

07/20/2026

Nobody knows your child like you do.

Not a checklist.
Not a chart.
Not a waiting room.

Your instincts matter. And when something feels worth exploring, that feeling is valid.

We are here when you're ready for answers.

No pressure, no timeline. Just support.