
When Family Members Deny Autism
Once a child is diagnosed, parents are unexpectedly caught up in an emotional whirlwind full of disappointment, denial, anger and grief as w

Can you prevent having a child with a developmental delay?
There ARE many proactive steps a person can take to reduce their risk of having a child with a developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism?? No Need to Wait!
Despite the increase of professionals in the autism arena there still remains a shortage of experts. Some parents WAIT too many weeks and pr

Will There Be Cuddles, Hugs, and ‘I love you’s'?
Cuddles and hugs are great and most parents anticipate a reciprocal response to their physical displays of affection but if that is all you

How to Protect Your Child from Bullying
Learning how to be appropriately assertive rather than passive, or aggressive, is one of the best gifts you can give your child. Bullies loo

Helping Your Child Set Goals and Reach Them
Teaching your child to create goals and supporting them on the journey towards them are two very important and wonderful gifts a parent can

Ten Time-saving Holiday Travel Tips When Flying with Kids on the Spectrum
If you are planning on flying over the holidays there are many things you need to consider. I don’t have to tell you that traveling with chi

How to Survive the Holidays with a Sensory Sensitive Child
As parents, you know your child better than anyone and are aware of your child’s sensitivities but as your child develops, new sensitivities

The Ideal Holiday Gift
Did you know that what children value and need the most is what often costs you the least? Research has shown that the more quality time chi

Take the Stress Out and Keep the Ho-Ho-Ho In the Holidays
Despite your best efforts to minimize change during the holidays and downplay the hype, your kids are being bombarded with holiday talk from