Autistic non-verbal boy speaks directly to his mother for the first time.

[u/bendubberley_]

[u/MiaMae]

Oh man. I have two neurotypical boys and hearing them voluntarily say they love me (or my husband or each other) is one of my favorite things about being a parent. Taking a moment to realize how rare and special that is for others really gave me pause ❤️

[u/mistiry → u/MiaMae]

While in the waiting room for surgery on Friday, she asked me for a "tight hug" and said "I love your hugs, Daddy".

Aaaaand there's the tears again. Dammit,

<3