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RESOURCES: Siblings/Sibling Support

Information for Siblings and Sibling Support

• What Do I Do? A Guide for Siblings: Helping Your Kids Understand Their Sibling's Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder - This booklet provides guidance on understanding sibling relationships when an FASD is involved. It answers questions you might have and suggests ways to help your children cope with their sibling’s disorder. A list of resources is also provided if you need further information or support.
• Children's Book (Free Download): My Brother Has Autism - This book was written by 8-year-old Melody Igafo-Te'o and illustrated by her 10-year-old brother, Michael, who has Autism. It is important to realize that siblings of children with disabilities need time and encouragement to express their individuality and feelings. Sometimes, these feelings are of sadness, but as this book relates, sometimes these feelings are of joy and pride. We need to let them know that it’s ok to have these feelings. This book was written as a way for Melody to express her feelings about having a brother with Autism.