Why Routines Matter: How Predictability Helps Children with Autism Feel Safe
Predictable routines help children with autism feel safe, calm, and ready to learn. This blog explains why routines matter and how parents can build them at home.
Sensory Needs Explained: How to Support Your Child at Home and in Public
Many children experience the world through a unique sensory lens. This blog explains what sensory needs are, how they affect behavior, and simple strategies parents can use at home and in public to help their child feel calm, safe, and understood.
💛 How to Talk to Your Child About Their Sibling’s Autism Diagnosis
Siblings, no matter their age, notice changes. They might see new therapists coming into the home, extra attention given to their brother or sister, or routines that start to look different.
💛 Should I Tell My Child They Have an Autism Diagnosis?
One of the most common questions I hear from parents is: “Should I tell my child that they have autism?”
🧠 ADHD vs. Autism: Understanding the Differences (and Where They Overlap)
If your child has been struggling with focus, impulsivity, social skills, or sensory sensitivities, you’ve probably heard both terms — ADHD and Autism — come up.
🧪 Does Tylenol Cause Autism? What the Research Really Says
If you’ve come across headlines or social media posts claiming that Tylenol (acetaminophen) use during pregnancy causes autism, it’s understandable to feel alarmed….
💛 “What If It’s Too Early?” — Understanding the Fear Around Autism Diagnosis
“I don’t want to give my child an autism diagnosis too early.”
“What if they grow out of it?”
“What if the label follows them forever?”
💬 Your Role as a Parent in ABA Therapy
When your child begins ABA therapy, it’s natural to wonder what your role should be. You might think, “The therapist handles the sessions — what can I do?”
💛 What Does ABA Therapy Actually Look Like?
When families first hear the term Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), it can sound intimidating or overly clinical. You might picture…
🌱 Early Intervention: Why Starting Sooner Matters
When your child receives an autism diagnosis, one of the first things you’ll hear is the phrase “early intervention.”
But what does that really mean — and why does everyone keep emphasizing how important it is?
When You First Hear the Words: “Your Child Has Autism”
There are moments in life that stop you in your tracks — moments that…..