I started this group because I couldnt find any groups in Chicago in the city that I could join with my child who has autism. This group is for moms that have children with autism, we can build friendships and help each other out with any information that we may have. All moms who have a child or children with autism or aspergers should join. I want all moms to feel free to add meetups or change dates this is an open group and please read the discussions and comment as well as the polls. to join …

Being a mom can be tough.  And it can be joy-filled.   And, without a doubt, being a mom is life-changing.  Some of us are just starting out as new moms, others are seasoned parents, and the rest of us fall somewhere in between.  We are moms who want to do more than just "get through these years".  We want to embrace them, revel in both their challenges and triumphs, and learn from them.  We want to grow... in our relationships with our children, with each other, and spiritually.  We want to sup …