We’ve learned a lot in the 20+ years since we got our first diagnosis. We’re putting the tips we’ve learned here, so you can learn faster and easier. While not every tip will work for you, it is our sincere hope that many, if not most, will work, and make your life easier, day by day.
When you have a child on the autism spectrum, but also have other children who either are not on the spectrum or are high functioning and need little assistance it is hard balancing family life. Many children on the autism spectrum require more assistance and guidance to flourish. They also many times need more structure…
As a parent we want what is best for our children. In schools, however, it is easy for your child to get overlooked and not get the assistance he needs. Your child is just one in a sea of faces. Typically the children that get the most attention in the classroom are the brightest students…
Visiting Santa can be a traumatic experience for any child, especially those on the spectrum. Between having to wait in long lines ( 2+ hours where we used to live), the noise of shoppers trying to get the last minute deals, flashing holiday lights, etc, it can wear on any child. And that before they…
Holidays can be a bit of a crazy time even if you don’t have sensory issues. But, if you’re on the autism spectrum, dealing with the changing schedules, changing time, changing seasons, seasonal parties, family gatherings, holiday decorations, etc can be just too overwhelming – and that will lead to unfortunate, but inevitable, meltdowns. We…
How much sleep does a child need? This varies, depending on who you talk to, and yes, this does mean even in the medical industry. Many doctors recommend: As each child is different, this is only a guideline. It’s best to look at your child’s behavior to tell if they are having trouble sleeping. For…