Betti Wilson lives with her family in New Orleans where she is a 6th -year pediatric resident and proud mom of a daughter with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In her spare time, she writes about her experiences, adventures, and the challenges of raising a child with special needs as a way to support other parents who are dealing with similar issues.

Betti Wilson
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