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💙🙏🏽Twenty-six years ago, when we received RJ’s autism diagnosis, the world looked very different. Very few public figures athletes, entertainers, or anyone with a platform, were talking openly about #autism. There was so much fear, stigma, and silence. Even Rodney will tell you he wasn’t sure we should share RJ’s diagnosis. Like so many parents, he worried that a label would define our son. But I believed that if we were willing to tell our story, another family might feel less alone. They might seek support sooner. They might let go of the shame that so many cultures and communities still attach to a diagnosis. That decision changed our lives. So seeing Teoscar and Jennifer share little Teo’s autism journey so openly touched me deeply. It takes tremendous courage to invite the world into such a personal chapter of your family’s life. But moments like this matter. Representation matters. Honesty matters. And every family that chooses to speak up helps another family breathe a little easier. I’ve always said, “I wouldn’t change RJ for the world, but I would change the world for RJ.” By sharing Teo’s story, the Hernández family is helping change the world and not just for their son, but for countless children and families who now feel seen, understood, and a little less afraid. Jennifer and Teoscar, thank you for your vulnerability, your love, and your advocacy. You already know our family is here for yours, every step of the way. And thank you to the Backstage Dodgers team for continuing to tell stories that go far beyond baseball. These are the stories that build empathy, create understanding, and remind us what community really looks like. 💙♾️ ⚾️ #autismacceptance #dodgers #hollyrodfoundation @elchino242 @jenniferhx3 @rodneypeete9
By Rodney Peete
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