We had another first – lots of fun out celebrating the Halloween season! Read more about this, here!
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A Different Kind of Sensory Swing
When Declan was two, he had the best Occupational Therapist. She helped me find the best sensory tools to help Declan – and we talked about a sensory swing. Read how we are meeting that sensory need, here!
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Declan’s Day Highlighted!
“How was your day?” Is too vague a question for Declan, and I was unable to determine what his days have been like at school. But he eagerly completed a new worksheet with me highlighting his school day. Read more about this, here
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Assistive Communication Devices for Children with Autism
Here is some useful information about assistive communication devices for children with autism from Autism Parenting Magazine. Check it out!
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Helicopter Parenting and Special Needs Kids
My husband and I recently heard the term “Helicopter Parent.” Then we wondered if we hovered over our kids too much? Read more about this, here!
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WWW Wednesday 10-October-2018
It’s been about a month since my last WWW Wednesday so before another one passes, I’d like to catch up with one of my
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The Tone
I encouraged Catelyn to reach out to a friend, and she let me know of one of her social challenges. Her tone. Read more about this, here!
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Weighted Blankets: Reducing Anxiety and Providing a Good Night’s Sleep
The weighed blanket provides many benefits. Read more about the weighted blanked from Autism Parenting Magazine, here!
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After School Restraint Collapse
The after school meltdowns were very concerning. Then I learned about After School Restraint Collapse. Read more about this, here!
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The Autism “Talk”
I have often wondered if Declan picked up on some of the things that are different in his day compared to his peers. When he does, we will need to talk about these differences and autism. Read more about this, here!
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