TIPS FOR ENJOYING THE HOLIDAYS, Even with Autism Around
Well, here we are again—December is in full swing! And with it comes both calendar and sensory overload! From challenging foods to loud noises and…
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Awesome Toys to ENGAGE with Autism
Has your child ever opened a toy and then won't even touch it, as if it were repulsive or demoralizing?? Yeah, that has happened a…
Things We Love: THE SIMPLE WOODEN BLOCK
Turns out the classic wooden block is the perfect toy for our son with autism, as evidenced in our weekly family gathering.
GET OUT! Back to Nature with Jack
Summer & autism can be a tricky combination. One way to get ANY kids to engage is to get them OUTSIDE! And it doesn't have to be a big, daunting excursion.
WHEN REGRESSION OCCURS: Potty Training Maintenance
Sometimes I get too comfortable in my parenting. Jack reminded me to pay extra attention to him by slipping into a regression, potty training style.
HAIRCUTS AND AUTISM: A Torturous Combination
Haircuts and autism are a tough combo. Talk about sensory overload. Here are a few methods of tackling haircuts that we tried; some failed and some worked!