Category: Routine

Would You Rather…More Sleep? Yes Please! Autism and Sleep Issues

Autism, Deep Pressure, IEP, Melatonin, Parent, parenting, Routine, School, Sleep, Weighted Blanket 26

Every time I think I have the perfect solution to help Declan sleep through the night, he wakes up in the wee hours of the morning – FOR THE DAY! Read more about this, here!

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The Signs of Autism I Missed

Autism, Diagnosis, Echolalia, High Functioning Autism, Language, Meltdown, Repetitive Behaviors, Routine, Safety Awareness, Sensory Issues, Sensory Processing Disorder, Sensory Seeking, Sleep, support, Symptoms 25

After reading a similar article, I realized there were signs of autism I had missed when my children were babies. Read about them, here!

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Getting Ready for School!

Autism, First Grade, Friendships, Fun, Occupational Therapy, Play, playground, Routine, School, Sleep, Transitions 17

“Do you know what else will be cool about first grade?” “What?” “You will be sitting at a desk of your own and not

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Weight Gain Concerns in Children with Autism

Autism, BMI, exercise, Routine, weight, weight gain 14

“This is crazy.  They are a size 8/10!  Just suck your belly in.” Declan looked down at his belly and pulled it in.  I

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5 Tips to Help Children with Autism with Personal Hygiene

Autism, Brushing Teeth, PECS, Personal Hygiene, Routine, Sensory Issues 7

“Alright,” I started and addressed my husband, “you and Bobby get a shower at the neighbors.  I will take Cate to shower at my

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Autism and a Set Routine

Autism, Autism Family, Routine 6

Changing set routine or behavior can cause anxiety and a feeling of being out of control. Read the details here!

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