Forever Boy: A Mother's Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy
Forever Boy: A Mother's Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy
Forever Boy: A Mother's Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy
Description
Description
From the creator of Finding Cooper's Voice comes a powerful memoir about motherhood and unconditional love
Now updated with an afterword from the author
Kate Swenson's oldest son, Cooper, was diagnosed with nonverbal autism when he was three years old. Kate had always dreamed of having the perfect family and wasn't prepared for raising a child with a disability. Over the years, she felt the frustration and exhaustion from having to fight for your child in a world stacked against them. But through hard work, resilience and personal growth, she learned that Cooper wasn't the one who needed to change. She was.
It was this transformation that led Kate to acceptance--and ultimately joy. Because of Cooper, Kate became the person and the mother she was truly meant to be. Now she offers support and connection to others on this path. In Forever Boy, she shares her inspiring journey with honesty and compassion, illuminating the strength and perseverance of mothers.
Now updated with an afterword from the author
Kate Swenson's oldest son, Cooper, was diagnosed with nonverbal autism when he was three years old. Kate had always dreamed of having the perfect family and wasn't prepared for raising a child with a disability. Over the years, she felt the frustration and exhaustion from having to fight for your child in a world stacked against them. But through hard work, resilience and personal growth, she learned that Cooper wasn't the one who needed to change. She was.
It was this transformation that led Kate to acceptance--and ultimately joy. Because of Cooper, Kate became the person and the mother she was truly meant to be. Now she offers support and connection to others on this path. In Forever Boy, she shares her inspiring journey with honesty and compassion, illuminating the strength and perseverance of mothers.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"Until the late twentieth century, autism was hidden in plain sight. Now it's a public health priority and focus of extensive research. However, it remains a black box. While we wait for answers, extraordinary people like Kate Swenson, through their dedicated and resourceful efforts have taken it upon themselves to create a nurturing environment in which children like Cooper can grow and thrive. Forever Boy will be an inspiration to all who face the challenge of caring for special needs children." --Dr. Jeffrey A. Lieberman, Lawrence C. Kolb Professor and Chairman of Psychiatry, Columbia University "Forever Boy is a candid journey through the beauty and battles of having a child with autism. Kate blends wit and wisdom in an unapologetic account of marriage, motherhood and unconditional love. She captures the struggles, expectations and reality all parents face while advocating for their children. It's a story of unexpected loss; enduring hope and most importantly, newfound understanding. It should be mandatory reading for teachers or for anyone who has children or is thinking of having children." -Colin Balfe, founder of Love What Matters
"Kate Swenson has pulled the curtain back to show first-hand the challenges of life with a child with severe autism. For those who are in the dark about the disability, or know little about it, her story will be an eye opener." --Valerie Gilpeer, co-author of I Have Been Buried Under Years of Dust "This wise, inspiring book will appeal to not only parents of children with autism, but anyone interested in stories about the selflessness and endurance of maternal love. A candid and hopeful addition to the personal literature on pediatric autism." --Kirkus Reviews
"Kate Swenson has pulled the curtain back to show first-hand the challenges of life with a child with severe autism. For those who are in the dark about the disability, or know little about it, her story will be an eye opener." --Valerie Gilpeer, co-author of I Have Been Buried Under Years of Dust "This wise, inspiring book will appeal to not only parents of children with autism, but anyone interested in stories about the selflessness and endurance of maternal love. A candid and hopeful addition to the personal literature on pediatric autism." --Kirkus Reviews
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Park Row
Pub date:
2024-03-19
Length:
320 pages
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