Tracey Hawkins

Tracey is Founder & CEO of Thriving on the Spectrum a tech startup based in Durham, NC. Inspired by her two sons with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Thriving on the Spectrum creates digital and interactive supports that help individuals and their families navigate autism. Tracey currently resides in Durham with her husband Zack and their three sons, Zachari, James Preston and Adam. To learn more about Thriving on the Spectrum, please visit www.thrivingonthespectrum.org

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Child Learn & Play

15 fun crafts for kids with autism

15 crafts and activities kids can do at home to help develop their fine motor skills while having fun!

Child Learn & Play, Parenting

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Health & Wellness

What to do when your child is diagnosed with autism—from a mother who’s been there, too

After both of her sons were diagnosed with ASD, Tracey Hawkins' world was upended. Then she righted it.

Health & Wellness, Child, Children's Health, Life, Parenting, Teen, Teen Health

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Children's Health

Two of my sons have autism. Here’s how I’ve moved beyond guilt to thrive on the spectrum

An autism diagnosis can be hard to accept, but it's worth it to see your kids flourish.

Children's Health, Child, Life, Motherly Stories, Parenting