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    3 New Year’s resolutions for the family? Lol, they have to do with autism and schedules!

    • December 29, 2023
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    • by Melissa
    2024 Happy New Year!

    Let’s update those schedules: You know it’s time to update those schedules when your calendar looks like a map of a complex labyrinth with more twists and turns than an episode of your favorite mystery series. Trouble changing the schedules? https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/behaviour/understanding-behaviour/changing-routines-asd Reflecting on the past year, let’s take a moment to acknowledge what worked well and […]

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    Autism and the Holidays: Shaping the Season with a Positive Mindset

    • December 17, 2023
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    • by Melissa
    Relax with a date night to kick of the holiday month!

    Ah, the early years of dealing with autism, how to have autism and holidays? The days were a rollercoaster of emotions – anxiety, stress, depression, and yes, let’s not forget the ever-present financial strain from therapies not covered by insurance. But hey, welcome to the world of parenting a child with autism, right? https://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/home-holidays-ways-make-sure-your-autistic-child-enjoys-their-break Rolling […]

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    Why Hurting My Back and Foot Was So Scary: A Parent’s Journey with Autism

    • December 14, 2023
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    • by Melissa
    Foot pain, Morton's neuroma

      Ah, the holiday season – a time of merriment, joy, and usually, a whole lot of hustle and bustle. But this year, as the carolers started singing and the twinkling lights adorned our neighborhood, I found myself facing an unexpected challenge – a hurt back and a throbbing foot. Now, for most people, this […]

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    3 Ways to Help Your Child with Autism Enjoy Christmas Without Meltdowns and Anxiety!

    • December 2, 2023
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    • by Melissa
    Holiday tips for autism

    Ho, Ho, Hold on to Your Sanity: Autism-Proofing Your Christmas Picture this: twinkling lights, jingling bells, and the joyful sound of kids playing… until a meltdown strikes. Yep, the holidays can be an emotional rollercoaster for both parents when you have a child with autism. But fear not, we’ve got three sleigh-loads of tips to […]

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