On February 3, 1997, the door to this world opened for me like it does for all of us as we leave the safety of our mother’s womb and begin our journey in this life. Little did we know that this journey would not only take on a daunting, life-changing twist for me, but also… Continue Reading
We are considering moving our family to another school district in the hopes of improving the in-school experience and services for our daughter. What should we be considering? —James As you know, moving your family is a big decision. It may change many aspects of your family life including the commute time for Mom and/or… Continue Reading
I find myself caring for the Chia Pet, Watering it and putting the little plastic bag on it so that the seeds will bloom. I’m not sure if mothers of typical kids would find themselves doing this too. Do all mothers end up feeding their kids’ puppies and watering their kids’ plants? How much should… Continue Reading
“I need to have some tangible success in my life. I want to get up in the morning…and think, Okay, I’m going to work. What am I going to do today at work? And when I come home in the evening feel like I’ve had a long fulfilling day and I’m earning my money. That… Continue Reading
College is already a tough transition for teens everywhere. So naturally, it’s a little more difficult when you process social information slower and your anxiety is always at a 10 on a scale of 1-5! College overall has been a different, but nice, transition. I think that it is mainly due to the fact that… Continue Reading
For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), head banging is a common way to self-soothe and communicate needs. Both neurotypical and autistic babies and toddlers seek to recreate the rhythm that stimulated their vestibular system while in utero. Other rhythmic habits that fuel a child’s kinesthetic drive include head rolling, body rocking, biting, and thumb… Continue Reading
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have issues effectively processing sensory information and may perceive sensation differently. For example, a child may perceive touch sensation as painful or immediately become startled when touched. Some children are extremely sensitive to noises such as the sound of a toilet flushing. A child’s sensory needs and way… Continue Reading
It will be some time before we see a positive result, but the opening shots have been fired in a campaign to encourage the UK Government to tackle the autism employment gap once and for all. High-flying politicians, like Government Minister Penny Mordaunt, have come out in support of the UK’s National Autistic Society (NAS),… Continue Reading
Buy Single Issue Subscribe today and save 50% Features: Simple Ways to Increase Your Child’s Fine Motor Skills at Home Top everyday activities you can do with your child to help improve fine motor skills. Tulika Prasad Teaching a Child with Autism to Swim Can Save a Life Learn the key benefits to teaching… Continue Reading
He needs to learn to order his own food—something that is easy for most, but not easy for him. So you drive up to a fast food restaurant and roll down his window. He orders. The drive-up server does not understand him. She asks him to repeat. You have to prompt him. He repeats his… Continue Reading