Watching Sarah Rise
A Journey of Thriving with Autism

I first picked up this book because I have met the author and her family. As a mother, I relate to her honesty and frustration. I admire Briggs patience and commitment to the journey to guide Sarah to her best life. I was reminded it is okay to ask for help. In addition to connecting with Sarah, she......more

This book is a must-read for anyone who cares about humanity and creating space for difference. While the book certainly focuses on a lot of the practicalities of raising a child with autism, on a wider level the book becomes about conscientiously creating systems to learn how to meet each other whe......more

Jennifer Celeste Briggs’ Watching Sarah Rise tells the story of a mother’s journey to support her autistic daughter, Sarah, through the Son-Rise Program. While the book is written with deep love and sincerity, it left me with mixed feelings as an autistic adult. It raises important questions about h......more

Expecting a baby can generate equal measures of anxiety and joy. The months before the child is born are spent learning what to expect and planning for the much-anticipated son’s or daughter’s arrival. Sometimes plans and expectations can give way to grief, however. Watching Sarah Rise, by Jennifer......more

The diagnosis of Autism can encompass a large breadth of skills, ability, and potential. From non-verbal, failure to thrive, and missing milestones, “Watching Sarah Rise” is one mother’s story of love, determination, and commitment to her daughter. As a mother it is so easy to relate to the guilt, s......more