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Halloween can be an exciting (and overwhelming) time for your toddler or preschooler with autism. New costumes, flashing lights, unexpected sounds, and unfamiliar routines can make the big night feel really stressful.

With just a few simple practice runs, you can make Halloween fun and predictable ...

For many families, Halloween is a night of fun, costumes, and candy. But if your child has autism, this holiday can bring unique challenges. From itchy costumes to unfamiliar candy, even small details can create stress or lead to meltdowns.

With a little preparation and flexibility, Halloween can s...

Halloween is supposed to be fun; candy, costumes, and happy kids running from house to house. But if you’re the parent of a child with autism, you already know that Halloween can feel very different.

The noise, the costumes, the crowds, the change in routine; it can be overwhelming for both childre...

Communication between parents and teachers is vital for the success of children with autism in educational settings. By implementing a few simple strategies, parents can enhance their communication with teachers, ensuring the best support for their child's learning and development.

Establish Open C...

The transition from home to the school bus can be a challenging experience for children with autism, as it involves navigating unfamiliar routines and environments. However, with the right strategies and consistent implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques, you can help ease this ...

Early skills such as gestures (waving, pointing, clapping) and eye contact are important building blocks for social communication. If your child rarely uses gestures or avoids making eye contact with others, you can help your child strengthen these skills through play.

What to Do

Imitate your chil...

With September quickly approaching, the prospect of preparing your child for school might seem daunting. However, with the right strategies and consistent implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques, you can help your child build essential skills to thrive in a school environment. I...

If your child has recently been diagnosed with autism, and you’ve been referred for ABA therapy, you’re likely hearing one word a lot: waitlist.

The wait for services can feel frustrating, scary, and endless. You want to help your child now, not six months from now. The good news is, you can. While...

Does Your Child Seek Sensory Input in Unsafe Ways? Here's What to Do.

If your child with autism is constantly seeking sensory input in ways that stress you out—like spinning until they fall or crashing into walls—it’s not just nervewracking, it can also be dangerous. Sensory-seeking is a real and i...

Children who don't have a reliable way to communicate with others often cry, scream, or tantrum when the people around them are unable to figure out what it is that they want or need. As a result, parents and caregivers of children who frequently meltdown when they can't make themselves understood a...

One of the most effective ways to support your child’s communication growth is something simple you can start doing right now: narrating your day and modeling simple words.

What to Do: Narrate What You're Doing and Model Simple Words

You don’t need flashcards or fancy toys to help your child devel...

Transitions Are Tough — Here’s How to Make Them Easier

For many toddlers and preschoolers with autism, transitions can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s going from playtime to mealtime, or leaving the house for school, these changes in activity can trigger frustration, anxiety, or even meltdowns.

Th...