Boy With Autism Went Mute at 2 but Single Mom Never Gave Up, Now Preparing for His Grade R

Boy With Autism Went Mute at 2 but Single Mom Never Gave Up, Now Preparing for His Grade R
Courtesy of Michaela Andrews
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When a single mom’s son was diagnosed with high-functioning autism at the age of 2, the prospect of raising him alone was daunting. However, through research, perseverance, and a whole lot of love, today the pair are thriving.

Michaela Andrews, 27, fell pregnant with her son, Elijah, during her first year of college studying finance. With Elijah’s father out of the picture, the young mother sacrificed her studies to take up a job: She now works as an admin assistant at a construction company.