A Mom's Journey and the Autism Misconception

Pregnancy can be tough, and sometimes, moms do things they never thought they would. Like snorting Tylenol. Yep, you read that right.

The Party That Started It All

It started at a pregnancy party. Instead of the usual gossip and complaints, there were mirrors, rolled-up dollar bills, and pregnant women snorting white lines. Turns out, it was Tylenol.

It sounded crazy, but it worked. The pain vanished, mood improved, and even the baby seemed calmer. By the third trimester, it was a regular thing.

The Guilt and the Blame

But here's the thing: the writer's son is autistic. And she blames herself. She thinks it's her fault because of the Tylenol.

But here's the truth: there's no proof linking Tylenol to autism. None. Zero.

Just two non-doctors spreading advice like candy. And it's always the mom's fault, isn't it? Too much stress, wrong food, too little smile, or in this case, Tylenol.

The Contradiction

But let's think about this. The writer did everything right with her son: organic food, yoga, no circumcision, no Tylenol.

With her daughter? Big Macs, Vicodin, Tylenol, and stress. Guess what? Daughter's not autistic.

So, what's the deal? It's not that simple. Autism is complicated. It's not just one thing. And scientists are still figuring it out.

The Call to Action

So, stop blaming moms. Stop spreading junk science. Stop acting like heroes with quick fixes.

Instead, fund real research. Give scientists more money to study autism. And maybe, just maybe, stop putting all the blame on moms who are already doing their best.