Getting Ready for Summer! 5 Tips to Help Your Autistic Child Have a Great Summer

Ah, summer!  This one word can spark joy for most children, but it can be a little more complicated for parents.  While most parents look forward to the extra time with their children, many also dread the thought of so much unstructured time and worry about how to fill it. For other families, both mom Read More

Emotional Regulation for Kids With Autism

When it comes to regulating emotions, almost every child faces a challenge to control all the big emotions their small bodies go to. Kids with autism have low social and language skills, which makes it a bigger challenge to bring all their emotions in control. They don’t often exhibit the same emotions that other kids Read More

Teaching Stranger Danger To Kids With Autism

When it comes to protecting our kids, stranger danger is one of the top concerns for parents around the world. Teaching stranger danger to kids with autism poses an extra challenge to parents and teachers because of the social and communication difficulties these kids face. Children with developmental disabilities and autism are more prone to Read More

Self Help Skills To Teach Your Child

*This post contains affiliate links, meaning that, at no additional cost to you. I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. Ah, Kindergarten!  Reading, coloring, snack time, glue sticks, recess…..  There is so much to learn and look forward to. I remember sending my first off to Kindergarten with Read More

Simple Everyday Tips for Picky Eaters

Going to Pinterest for recipe ideas often leaves me feeling like I just missed the Gourmet chef training that seems to be coming in the parenting package. I mean the rainbow-colored gluten-free hand-made pasta! While I applaud these mother (and secretly feel envious), I don’t think I can do the same for my kids. My Read More

5 Tips to Boost Language Development in Kids with Down Syndrome

*This post contains affiliate links, meaning that, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a small commission if you click through and make a purchase. Today (3/21/19) is World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD), and I’m happy to participate by sharing this blog post!  WDSD is all about advocating for the rights, inclusion and Read More

Sensory Hacks for Fidgety Kids

Not a few months back, fidget spinners were all the rage. Almost every other kid had it. While this trendy toy gained a lot of negative attention at the end, they have created a void for sensory hacks for fidgety kids. Sensory Hacks for Fidgety Kids Kids fidget a lot. They can’t sit still. While Read More

Promoting Your Baby’s Social-Emotional Development

Babies require CONSTANT care and attention- there is hardly a moment when you aren’t doing something to care for their basic needs. Feeding, changing, rocking to sleep, bathing, dressing….the list goes on.  And while you are doing the intense work of taking care of your baby’s physical needs, you are also helping them learn about Read More