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As your child grows into adulthood, independence in daily life becomes more important, including the ability to make balanced food choices. But if your young adult with autism has a limited diet or strong food preferences, getting them to try something new can feel like an uphill battle. Food isn’t…

As a parent of a child with autism, you know that emotional regulation can be one of the biggest daily challenges. Whether it’s frustration over a change in routine, sensory overload, or difficulty expressing feelings, big emotions can take over fast. We have a lot of tools we use at…

Transitioning from high school to adulthood brings new responsibilities and expectations. For many autistic young adults, challenges with executive functioning, like time management, organization, and task completion, can make this transition overwhelming. The good news? Technology can be an extremely helpful tool in building independence, structure, and confidence in their…

For many children, and especially those with autism, new experiences can be overwhelming. Whether it’s attending a family gathering, getting a haircut, or even riding an escalator for the first time, not knowing what to expect can create stress and anxiety.  Even everyday situations like going to a restaurant, joining…

Teaching good hygiene habits is an important part of supporting your autistic young adult’s growth and self-sufficiency. However, personal care routines can often feel overwhelming due to sensory sensitivities, executive functioning challenges, or difficulty with task-switching. For many autistic individuals, hygiene tasks involve multiple steps that require motor planning, body…

Parenting a child with autism is an extraordinary journey filled with love, learning, and growth. Yet, it also comes with unique challenges that often feel overwhelming. Balancing therapy appointments, advocating for your child, and managing daily life can leave little space for personal care. This leaves many parents with the…

As our children grow, so much time is spent focused on their education, wondering if they will have satisfactory employment and if they will be able to live on their own. Yet, the ability to self-advocate is what most determines the quality of a person’s life.  Self-advocacy is the ability…

Between therapies, groups, and specialists, when you have a child on the autism spectrum, you probably feel as if your schedule is always booked solid. Beyond that, keeping up with all of this, and making the most of your resources, is a feat all on its own. A care map…

If your child with autism has received an invitation to a birthday party, you likely have mixed feelings: excitement they were included in the festivities, and dread of all the possibilities this unpredictable event might hold. For a child with autism, attending a birthday party can be both exciting and…

The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. It is also a time of crowds, bright lights, loud music, and rushed activities. For children with autism, this presents a unique set of challenges due to sensory sensitivities, changes in routine, and social expectations. Preparing for and navigating…