Autism
Providing parents with the resources they need to understand and nurture their child with autism. With the proper information and support, every child can succeed.
Autism
What Is a Visual Schedule and How Do I Make One?
Thought about making a visual schedule but aren’t sure where to start? We’ve put together a guide to help you make the best visual schedule for your child.
Autism, Music Play
6 Ways Music Therapy Can Support Children With Autism
By harnessing the power of music, autistic children can develop communication, social, emotional, cognitive, and motor skills. Here’s how!
Autism, Behavior
Autism Headphone Decals
Many kids with autism wear noise-canceling headphones to help them deal with loud noises. These decals adhere to the headphones and let others know what they are for!
Autism
5 Controversial Treatments for Autism and What You Need To Know
As autism research expands, treatment options do, too. Discover alternative treatments for autism, their risks and benefits, and learn what experts say here!
Autism, Development
My Baby’s Mouth Is Always Open. Is It an Autism Indicator?
If your baby’s mouth is always open, you might be concerned about a link to autism. However, there are many other reasons for a babies mouth to be open.
Autism, Sleep
Autism and Sleep: Strategies to Improve Bedtime for Your Child
Autism and sleep problems often go together. Improving sleep can help your child be less irritable and learn better and reduce stress in your home.
Autism
Creating A Sensory-Friendly Home for Autistic Children
A sensory-friendly home promotes a safe environment, reduces anxiety and stress, improves focus, and establishes better sleep patterns.
Autism, Special Needs
A Guide to Sensory-Friendly Clothes for Sensitive Kids
Sensory-friendly clothes are ideal for children with sensory sensitivities, help with overall comfort, and can help reduce anxiety.
Autism, Sleep
9 Tips for Sleep Training a Child With Autism
When sleep training a child with autism, it’s helpful to eliminate background noises and unnecessary noises, along with establishing a solid bedtime routine.
Autism, Special Needs
Using Extinction in Applied Behavior Analysis with Kids
Are you unsure of how to manage your child’s problem behaviors? Learn if the ABA Extinction Method could be right for you and your child!
Autism
Managing Repetitive or Stereotyped Behavior in Autism
Struggling with repetitive behaviors in your child with autism? Learn how to understand and manage these behaviors.
Autism, Behavior
How to Discipline a Child With Autism
Disciplining a child with autism involves using consistent, gentle discipline techniques and understanding your child’s specific needs and behaviors.
Autism, Development
What Is Fluid Reasoning and Why Is It Important?
If a child struggles to learn new ways to do things, it may be a problem with fluid reasoning. Learn about fluid reasoning, its importance, and ways to improve it.
Autism, Behavior, Visual Impairment
Managing Difficult Behaviors in Children Who Are Blind and Autistic
Parents of children who are blind and autistic often face unique challenges when it comes to managing behavioral issues. Many traditional behavioral management techniques rely on visual supports, which can...
Autism
Understanding Visual Stimming in Children with Autism
Children with autism may employ visual stimming to self-soothe. Find out more about visual stimming and ways to manage this often challenging behavior.
Autism, Special Needs
Global Developmental Delay vs Autism: What’s the Difference?
Children with global developmental delay reach developmental milestones later, while those with autism spectrum disorder often exhibit behavior and social challenges.
Autism, Potty Training
Autism and Potty Training: A Parent’s Guide
Potty training an autistic child comes with certain challenges. We break down toilet training for kids with autism to guide parents.
Autism
Managing Repetitive Behavior in Children With Autism
Managing repetitive behavior in children with autism is possible, and it's an essential step in avoiding self-harm and improving social skills.
Autism, Special Needs
The Four Major Types of Developmental Delays Explained
The four major types of developmental delay are cognitive, motor, speech and language, and social and emotional.
Autism, Special Needs
Tics vs Stimming vs Compulsions: What’s the Difference?
Learn all about tics vs stimming and compulsions and the differences between each. We give you the facts on how to deal with these disorders.
Autism, Special Needs
Understanding Global Developmental Delay in Children
Global developmental delay (GDD) is diagnosed in children under 5 with significant delays in two or more domains. Learn the signs and best ways to help.
Autism, Development, Special Needs
Understanding Cognitive Developmental Delay in Children
Cognitive developmental delays occur when a child’s thinking and reasoning are significantly below the expected average. Learn the signs and best ways to help.
Autism, Behavior
How to Deal With Sensory Overload in Children
You can help your child manage their symptoms and even prevent future meltdowns by learning how to deal with sensory overload.
Autism, Product Reviews
13 Best Noise Canceling Headphones for Autism of 2023
Here are our 13 best noise canceling headphones for autism to help your child cope with loud noises, sound sensitivity, and sensory overload.