Rosie O'Donnell shares family's challenges moving to Ireland

Rosie O'Donnell is adjusting to her new life in Ireland after moving there with her family. The actress and comedian recently shared her experiences and the challenges they face in their new home. She particularly talked about her 12-year-old child, Clay, who has autism and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). Rosie opened up about Clay's food preferences, which have made meal planning tough. She mentioned that Clay no longer wants bacon sandwiches for lunch. "What to replace it with is the question," she said in a video on TikTok. She first discussed Clay's autism diagnosis publicly in September 2022, emphasizing the importance of embracing it as a superpower. Despite the difficulties, Rosie expressed immense pride in Clay's ability to adapt to the big move. "It’s not easy to move to another country," she commented, noting Clay’s resilience. Rosie believes that relocating to Ireland was the best decision for their family, as it provides a safer environment. She shared that she is learning to communicate better with Clay, gaining deeper compassion along the way. Rosie first hinted at the move on Instagram in March, before confirming it in a TikTok video. She is excited about this new chapter and is exploring the Irish countryside with her family.