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A speech delay does not automatically mean autism, but it is worth understanding the difference. Knowing what to look for can help you take the right next steps for your child. Continue Reading

Sleep challenges are one of the most common struggles families with autistic toddlers face. Creating a bedtime routine for an autistic child requires a different approach than what works for neurotypical kids.  Continue Reading

Hand movements in autistic children are one of the most common and recognizable behaviors associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While they can feel confusing or even alarming at first, understanding... Continue Reading

Aggression in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is one of the most challenging behaviors parents face. Whether it manifests as hitting, biting, kicking, or intense emotional outbursts, these behaviors can... Continue Reading

Mealtime should be a time for connection and nourishment. But for many parents of children on the autism spectrum, dinner can feel more like a daily battle. The untouched vegetables. The meltdowns over a new brand of... Continue Reading

Few things are scarier than turning around and realizing your child is gone. For parents of children with autism, this fear is all too real. Nearly half of children on the autism spectrum will attempt to elope at... Continue Reading

Children with autism may experience challenges with handwriting, fastening clothes, or keeping up with peers on the playground.Many parents of children with autism notice early signs of movement and coordination... Continue Reading

If you're the parent of a child with autism, you've probably noticed that your little one experiences the world a bit differently than other kids. Bright lights might bother them. Certain textures could... Continue Reading

If your child struggles to focus in school, has big emotional reactions, or seems to interact differently with other kids, you've probably found yourself searching for answers. Maybe a teacher mentioned ADHD. Maybe a... Continue Reading

Potty training is a major milestone for any child. But when you're potty training an autistic child, the process often looks a little different. It might take longer. It might require more creativity. And it... Continue Reading

When someone mentions that a child is "on the spectrum," they're referring to autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurological difference that affects how children communicate, interact socially, and process... Continue Reading

If you are parenting an autistic child in the Atlanta area, you have probably seen sensory overload in action, even if you did not have a name for it yet. Maybe your child melts down in Publix when the carts rattle... Continue Reading