Autism in Our Nest

A Different Kind of Sensory Swing

October 18, 2018 Autism, Calming Method, Calming Space, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Bin, Sensory Needs, Sensory Processing Sensitivity, Sensory Seeking 11

When Declan was two, he had the best Occupational Therapist. She helped me find the best sensory tools to help Declan – and we talked about a sensory swing. Read how we are meeting that sensory need, here!

Declan’s Day Highlighted!

October 16, 2018October 17, 2018 1/1 Aid, Autism, Parent, Reflection, School, Self-Report 14

“How was your day?” Is too vague a question for Declan, and I was unable to determine what his days have been like at school. But he eagerly completed a new worksheet with me highlighting his school day. Read more about this, here

Assistive Communication Devices for Children with Autism

October 15, 2018October 15, 2018 Autism, Autism Parenting Magazine, Communication, PECS, Speech, Visual Learning 3

Here is some useful information about assistive communication devices for children with autism from Autism Parenting Magazine. Check it out!

Helicopter Parenting and Special Needs Kids

October 12, 2018October 12, 2018 Autism, Friendships, Helicopter Parenting, High-5!, IEP, parenting, Special Needs 15

My husband and I recently heard the term “Helicopter Parent.” Then we wondered if we hovered over our kids too much? Read more about this, here!

WWW Wednesday 10-October-2018

October 10, 2018October 10, 2018 Autism, WWW Wednesday 15

The Tone

October 9, 2018 Autism, Autism Articulated, High Functioning Autism, Social Skills, Speech 16

I encouraged Catelyn to reach out to a friend, and she let me know of one of her social challenges. Her tone. Read more about this, here!

Weighted Blankets: Reducing Anxiety and Providing a Good Night’s Sleep

October 6, 2018 Anxiety, Autism, Autism Parenting Magazine, Infographic, Sleep, Weighted Blanket 21

The weighed blanket provides many benefits. Read more about the weighted blanked from Autism Parenting Magazine, here!

After School Restraint Collapse

October 4, 2018October 4, 2018 After School Restraint Collapse, Autism, Autism Parent, Calming Space, Coping Skills, Emotional Regulation, High Functioning Autism, Highly Sensitive Person, Meltdown, Social Skills 33

The after school meltdowns were very concerning. Then I learned about After School Restraint Collapse. Read more about this, here!

The Autism “Talk”

October 2, 2018February 28, 2019 Autism, Autism Parent, Autism Spectrum Disorder, High Functioning Autism 8

I have often wondered if Declan picked up on some of the things that are different in his day compared to his peers. When he does, we will need to talk about these differences and autism. Read more about this, here!