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Halloween Tips for Children with Autism
Halloween can be so much fun! Children get to dress up and get loads of candy. What could be better? Below are some Halloween Tips for Children with Autism for families of children with autism to have a fun and safe HalloweenHalloween may be a fantastic and thrilling...
How to Teach Your Child to Wash Their Hands
Handwashing is a very important skill for both children and adults. Many parents wonder, “How can I get my child to wash their hands correctly?” or “How can I explain the importance of handwashing to my child?” The importance of handwashing is sometimes lost on...
How Can I Get My Child to Brush Their Teeth?
Brushing teeth can be fun for some children and not so fun for others! When your child is resisting teeth brushing, it can seem impossible to get them to brush their teeth. We have seen many children who initially resisted toothbrushing to later brushing their teeth...
Picky eaters in Autism: Ways to expand your child’s food interests
Thanksgiving is about food for most of us … a lot! Yet anybody with a kid will warn you that it would definitely bea struggle to get them to try fresh or varied foods. We like to call them Picky Eaters, but is completely okay and normal for children to be picky. Ask...
Autism Spectrum Disorder – Planning Activities
What Are Some Good Activities for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder? When it comes to planning a day of activities, autism spectrum disorder can present some unique challenges. We try to bring you a few basic ideas for all family members that can be used to help...
How Can I Help My Child to Talk More? Getting Your Child to Talk!
Parents often ask How can I help my child to talk? Or How can I get my child to to talk more? Many families ask us at the beginning of therapy, What can I do to increase my child’s language? We often work with children who start out with very little or no spoken...