The Best Tomato Soup Approved by My Picky Autistic Eater If you are reading this, you probably know the struggle of feeding a picky autistic eater. It is a journey I know all too well because not only is my child a picky autistic eater and extremely selective with food, but I was also that…
Texture-Free (Vegan) Soup for Picky Autistic Eaters: A Lifesaving Recipe! As a mom to an incredible picky autistic child, I have learned that feeding them can be a wild ride. My little one is the definition of a picky autistic child – probably worse than I ever was as a child (and trust me, I…
How to Help Your Autistic Child To Walk on Cracked Roads Walking on cracks with your child – it sounds simple, does it not? But if your child is Autistic, it might not feel simple at all. If you are here, it is probably because of the struggle of your Autistic child to walk on…
Behavior Therapy for Autistic Child: A Gentle, Practical Guide To start behavior therapy for autistic children in a gentle, structured way can make a world of difference. Parenting is a journey filled with lessons, love, and a fair share of challenges, especially when raising a child with autism. As the parent of an autistic child…
How to Discipline an Autistic Child: A Personal Journey Parenting is never easy, but parenting an autistic child brings unique challenges – especially when it comes to learning how to discipline an autistic child. I will admit, I was utterly lost when I first faced this task. How could I discipline an autistic child in…
How to Help Your Autistic Child Like School When my autistic child started primary school, it was not just the typical “first day jitters.” It was a meltdown, a mix of fear and confusion that made the very idea of school seem unbearable. It was not just reluctance; it was full on resistance. “I do…
Autistic Intrusive thoughts SUCK. Autistic Intrusive Thoughts: What They Are and How to Overcome Them As a person with Autism – intrusive thoughts are fairly standard for me to experience. But I have been trying several things for a few months now and I have found that it is possible to overcome my autistic…
How to Care for a Sick Autistic Child: A Personal Journey When your child is sick, it can feel like the world slows down – and not in a good way. Their needs seem bigger, their cries louder, and your worries heavier. For parents of autistic children, those challenges can feel even more overwhelming. Whether…
How to Explain Emotion to an Autistic Child: A Personal Reflection On Today Some days are tougher than others, especially when raising kids. Whether they are autistic or not. Today was one of those days for me, filled with emotions, chaos, and a lot of frustration. By the end of it, I was emotionally drained,…
Why I Hate Driving as an Autistic Adult: A Personal Journey For most, it is a step toward independence and freedom. But for me, driving as an autistic adult feels like an uphill battle that never really ends. It is not that I can not drive. I can, and I have a license. But…
How to Handle Autism Learning and Development Regression in Autistic Children. Let us talk about something that might feel frustrating and even heartbreaking as a parent of an autistic child – regression in autistic children. It is when your autistic child suddenly seems to lose a skill they have already learned. Maybe they were potty…
Before You Start Before we get into the steps of how to help your autistic child learn to swim, let me share a little disclaimer: I am not a professional swimming instructor, psychologist, or pediatrician. I am just a mom navigating this world with my autistic child. What I am sharing is based on my…
11 Helpful Tips to Prepare an Autistic Child for School Introduction It is that time of year again: Preparing your autistic child for school again Or maybe it is the very first time you are preparing your Autistic child for school. Either way, this can be a big deal for them – and for…
How to Apologise to an Autistic Child Let me start with something honest: parenting an Autistic child can be challenging, even for those of us who are also Autistic. Sometimes, parenting is hard. Like, really hard. And let me be honest here – there are moments when I lose my cool with my Autistic child….
The Best Parts of Having an Autistic Child: Finding Joy in the Journey Having an Autistic child is a unique and beautiful experience. But let us be honest – having an Autistic child is not always easy. There are challenges, meltdowns, and moments where you are not sure if you are doing things right. But…
How I Handle Arguments as an Autistic Adult (and What’s Helped Me) Hi there, fellow humans navigating life! As an autistic adult and mother of two boys – one autistic, one typical (very typical, and yes, that is not up for debate) – I have had my fair share of experience dealing with arguments. Add…
How I Use a Reward Chart for My Autistic Child: A Personal Guide Let me share something that has been a total game changer for us: reward charts. If you have ever wondered how to help your child (whether autistic or not) stay motivated and understand expectations, using a reward chart could be your golden…
A Guide to Best Cartoons for Autistic Children: My Thoughts and Recommendations Hi there, and welcome! If you’re a parent, guardian, or caregiver to an autistic child, this post is for you. Let us talk about something simple yet impactful: Best Cartoons for Autistic Children. Yes, cartoons! They can be more than just entertainment; the…
How to Stop My Autistic Child Wandering Off: A Personal Story and Guide If you are asking yourself, “How can I stop my autistic child wandering off?”, you are not alone. This question has been the source of many sleepless nights and frantic moments for me. I have been there, heart racing, as I ran…
Moving house with an autistic child can feel overwhelming, but with the right preparation and mindset, it is absolutely manageable. Moving is challenging for anyone, but for those of us on the autism spectrum, it brings unique hurdles. Routine is a comfort zone for myself and my autistic child and arguably all autistic individuals. And…
