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Autumn Knapp

I have been a foster parent for 12 years and am a mom of 6 children, ages 3-15. I live with my family in Moscow, Idaho. I am experienced with parenting kids with trauma, special needs, and learning disabilities. I am passionate about trauma-informed parenting and care deeply about seeing parents connect with their children. In my spare time, I enjoy coffee, hiking, and reading.

Learning to Forgive My Mother Took Time

Learning to Forgive My Mother Took Time

Living
September 12, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

Learning to Forgive My Mother Took Time

Our culture says that mothers are nurturing and caring. They love you no matter what. They are always there for…

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Caring For My Toxic Mother Is An Offering, Not a Duty

Caring For My Toxic Mother Is An Offering, Not a Duty

Grown Children
September 8, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

Caring For My Toxic Mother Is An Offering, Not a Duty

I’m living smack in the middle of a generational sandwich. If you haven’t heard the term before, “sandwich generation” refers…

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I’m the Friend Saying Give Therapy a Try, Mama—You’re Worth It

I’m the Friend Saying Give Therapy a Try, Mama—You’re Worth It

Living, Motherhood
August 30, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

I’m the Friend Saying Give Therapy a Try, Mama—You’re Worth It

Today I was at the playground with my four daughters. It was one of those perfect summer days, with soft…

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Moms Worry Because We Care

Moms Worry Because We Care

Motherhood
August 26, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

Moms Worry Because We Care

Worry gets a bad rap. Everyone knows moms worry too much. We are told so often that we shouldn’t worry.…

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6 Things the Parent of a Child With Medical Needs Learns

6 Things the Parent of a Child With Medical Needs Learns

Kids, Motherhood
August 15, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

6 Things the Parent of a Child With Medical Needs Learns

My 9-year-old daughter was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes a few months before her 2nd birthday. She uses a continuous…

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I Want To Raise Good Sisters

I Want To Raise Good Sisters

Kids, Motherhood
August 3, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

I Want To Raise Good Sisters

My current dilemma: how to teach four little girls how to be good sisters when I have no idea what…

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I Am a Good Enough Mom

I Am a Good Enough Mom

Faith, Motherhood
July 30, 2022
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By Autumn Knapp

I Am a Good Enough Mom

I came to motherhood knowing nothing about the job. My mother’s example wasn’t an example at all, more of something…

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