autism parenting Archives

04 Sep

How to Manage Dental Anxiety with a Child on the Autism Spectrum

TheMomKind1 CommentAutismautism, autism parenting, dental, dental health

According to the CDC, about 1 in 54 children have been identified with an autism spectrum disorder. Autism is a developmental disorder that can differ vastly from one person to another. Those with autism can experience difficulties communicating and interacting with other people, anxiety when in unfamiliar settings, and sensitivity to bright lights or loud noises. How to Manage Dental Anxiety with a Child on the Autism Spectrum That's why autistic children may struggle when going to the dentist. Keep reading to find out how you can help your child manage their dental anxiety and how you can make the…

23 Aug

The Importance of Sensory Play for Child Development

TheMomKind1 CommentAutism, Parenting, Sensory Processing Disorder, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism, autism parenting, sensory play

Playing in different ways and situations is vital to early childhood development. It’s good for their physicality, their mentality, and their senses too. This guide will explore the four different kinds of sensory play every child should experience for child development, including: Functional and observational playExploratory and sensory play activitiesGoal-orientated playImaginative and inclusive play The Importance of Sensory Play for Child Development Let’s give your kids a boost and help them have a good time while they learn some essential life lessons. “Children who play more are more self-regulated, cooperative, considerate, friendly, and socially competent. They display more appropriate social…

23 Aug

Teaching Your Child with Autism How to Read

TheMomKind1 CommentParentingautism parenting, reading

Autism comes with a broad range of challenges, especially around the topic of learning. While autism presents itself differently in every child who has it, some will struggle to learn how to read, while others won't. Teaching Your Child with Autism How to Read In fact, it's less about the child's ability to learn and more about how they learn. When it comes time to help your autistic child learn how to read, educating yourself on how they learn is vital. Let's take a look at the best tools for teaching your child with autism how to read. Be Direct…

17 Aug

Empowered Brain: The First Wearable System for Children with Autism

TheMomKind0 CommentsAutism, Special Needsautism parenting, autism resources

Empowered Brain, the first wearable system for autistic children (previously only available at schools) is now available in home! Keep reading to find out more! As the school year starts again, many children are going back virtually. Emergency online schooling last year proved that our children with special needs were not getting all the resources needed. Now, as the new year begins, there is additional anxiety from children and parents. How will we be able to make sure our children are engaged, occupied, and able to handle this newfound anxiety and uncertainty? The creators of Brain Power are now offering…

17 Aug

In The Book: Personalized Books for Autistic Children

TheMomKind0 CommentsAutism, Book Reviews, Reviewsautism books, autism parenting, book reviews, reading

If you are looking for personalized books for autistic children, keep reading to find out about "In The Book" and their work to help children with autism love reading! Books have always been important to me as a child and even more so now as a parent. Our middle daughter found the same love of reading as I have and would turn her room into a library if given a chance. Our younger two children, though, struggle with finding books that will engage them. Reading books helps children learn and grow. For children with autism, it can open up the…

31 Jul

How To Teach Children Social Skills Through Play

TheMomKind1 CommentAutism, Parenting, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism parenting, parenting tips, special needs parentng

Looking for ways to teach your children social skills through play? Keep reading to learn why this method works and how to implement it. Learning social skills is a crucial part of your child's development. These skills help them to succeed at school, and for the rest of their life outside education. They learn skills such as communication and cooperation by interacting with others, and play facilitates and develops those interactions. Children will also use play to act out scenarios. They model behavior that they've seen so that they start to understand social situations. What social skills do children learn…

30 Jul

Benefits of Speech Therapy for Autism

TheMomKind0 CommentsAutism, Parenting, Special Needs Parenting, Speech and Language Developmentautism parenting, Speech and Language Development, speech therapy

One of the characteristic issues for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder is a speech impairment. Although there are three levels of autism, children can develop difficulties with communication early on. Benefits of Speech Therapy for Autism Speech therapy can not only address issues of limited verbal communication but also positively influence your child's self-esteem. Once you know your child has a speech disorder, it's time to learn about the great benefits of speech therapy for autism. How can speech therapy be applied for Autism? This wide-ranging field can address a variety of speech and communication disorders. From mild stuttering to…

30 Jun

Get Camping! Our Best Tips for Camping with Autistic Children

Megan Jones2 CommentsAutism, Special Needs Parentingautism, autism parenting, parenting tips

With everyone being cooped up for months, it is time to get outdoors! For Families with Autistic Children, these Camping tips are gold! Keep reading to find out how to make your next camping trip amazing for your children with Autism. Camping with children already requires a lot of work, but the challenge is more apparent if you’re camping with a child with autism. You must put your extra effort on everything: from the pre-trip preparations up to packing up post-trip. However, it is essential to point out that all these efforts are worth it, as being out in nature…

29 Jun

10 Everyday Speech Therapy Exercises For Autism

Liz Talton3 CommentsAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parenting, Speech and Language Developmentautism, autism parenting, autism resource, Speech and Language Development, speech therapy

Are you looking for some everyday speech therapy exercises for Autism? Keep reading for therapy you can do at home. With the current pandemic, parents with special needs children are now faced with continuing therapy services at home. Although parents of special needs children are not licensed therapists, that doesn't mean parents are no less qualified to provide therapy for their children. 10 Everyday Speech Therapy Exercises For Autism While these times may be different, your child's need for therapy hasn't changed. The good news is that now, your child can continue therapy at home with these ten easy speech…

29 Jun

7 Things to Know After Your Child Receives an Autism Diagnosis

TheMomKind0 CommentsAutismautism, autism parenting, autism resource

You've just left the doctors off with a diagnosis, now what? These seven things to know after your child receives an autism diagnosis will set you on the right path. Let’s start with some numbers that represent Autism around the world. The estimation of Autism Spectrum Disorder prevailing around the world is about 1%. In the United States, 1 in 54 children is diagnosed with Autism. In Singapore, 1 in 150 Children is Autistic. The rates in Hong Kong now sit at 1 in 27. Added to those facts, the statistics of Autism occurring in a sibling is up to 20%.…

24 Jun

Best Educational Tools for Autism & Top Teaching Advice for Parents

TheMomKind1 CommentAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism, autism parenting, autism resource

Looking for the Best Educational Tools for Autism and Top Teaching Advice for Parents of Autistic children? Keep reading to learn more! According to a report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 54 children is diagnosed with autism, making it essential to widen teaching methodologies in response to an autistic child’s specific learning needs. Be it at home or in the classroom, learning and development are the end-goal of every parent whose child is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). But rather than sticking to traditional at-home teaching methods, parents should first understand and…

16 Jun

NYC Vacation Tips for Children with Autism

TheMomKind1 CommentAutism, Travel, Traveling with Kidsautism, autism parenting, travel tips, traveling with autism

Looking for some NYC Vacation Tips for Children with Autism? Keep reading seven amazing tips for a smooth visit! As a parent of a child with autism, vacations can often feel out of reach. However, experiences in new places can help your child learn about the world around them. If you are dreaming of a family vacation to NYC, these tips will help you make the right accommodations for a fantastic trip! New York is busy, noisy, and full of people. If you are looking for things to do, there is always something on offer. Museums, bus tours, street artists,…

09 May

Helpful Tips to Communicate With Autistic Children

Betty Wilson2 CommentsAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism parenting

Autistic children struggle with communication and social interactions. After an autism diagnosis, many parents also struggle to learn the information needed to help their children thrive. According to your child's developmental level, it can be difficult to figure out even daily answers such as how they feel or what they would like to eat. Tips to Communicate With Autistic Children When communication becomes a struggle, it can be hard on everyone involved. In today's article, we'll be discussing some communication and interaction tips to help you communicate with an autistic child. These tips work well for anyone in your child's…

09 May

Autism Safety: Keeping Your Autistic Child Safe at Home

TheMomKind1 CommentAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism parenting, autism safety

Are you looking for safety Measures for Autistic Children Check out these five Autism Safety tools for keeping your child protected at home. Children with autism have specific behavioral concerns that must be considered by their parents and caregivers. Providing your child with a safe home environment is essential for their success. In today's post, we will be discussing some key Autism safety tools and resources. With these in place, you will be on your way to helping keep your autistic child safe at home. Autism Safety: Keeping Your Autistic Child Safe at Home Safety modifications must be done inside…

07 May

11 Extraordinary Children’s Books about Autism

Beatrix Potter1 CommentAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism books, autism parenting, books

Are you looking for some extraordinary children's books about autism? If so, this list will not only educate but inspire as well! Ranked on the list of developmental disorders, autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is not a disease, as many people might think. Autism is a medical condition that can cause difficulty with communication, difficulty with social interactions, obsessive interests, and repetitive behaviors.r. These symptoms directly interfere with the way the child interacts with the world around them. 11 Extraordinary Children's Books about Autism One way to learn about autism is reading. There are several publications on the market…

04 May

Finding The Best Child Psychologist For Your Family

TheMomKind0 CommentsADHD, Autism, Child Development, Parenting, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingautism parenting, parenting advice, psychologist, special needs parenting

If you’re searching for a Child Psychologist, then you naturally want the best for your family. You want the top care for your child. You know how vital it is for you to find not only some help but the right help. There is no way around this, and nor should there be: your Psychologist needs to be fully qualified. That means a Master’s Degree plus a Doctorate or professional training, plus an up-to-date license to practice. Ask how recent any training was, and if they have continued with training or professional development. You need to balance experience with contemporary…

10 Apr

How to Support Your Autistic Child at School

TheMomKind0 CommentsAutismautism, autism parenting, autism support

Wondering how to support your autistic child at school? Keep reading for some amazing tips! No matter where they attend, all children deserve a proper education. School plays a crucial part in your child’s learning and development. Many parents with autistic children will choose to home school or enroll their child into a special needs school. How to Support Your Autistic Child at School All children are different, and this can work better for some than others. It tends to depend on the form of autism they have. Whatever you choose to do, your child must get the right level…

08 Apr

Mightier -The Emotional Regulation Tool for Autism

TheMomKind4 CommentsADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingadhd resource, autism, autism parenting, autism resource, mightier, mightier bioresponsive games

Are you looking for the best emotional regulation tool for autism? If so, Mightier is your answer! Keep reading to see how Mightier Emotional Regulation Games made a huge change in our family's life! Having three children on the autism spectrum, I understand the struggles of emotional regulation all too well. Each of my children struggles greatly, with our youngest daughter having the hardest time. Mightier’s biofeedback games help kids 6-14 build emotional regulation skills. She has learned countless tools but never can seem to apply them at the moment. When we were invited to try out Mightier, I was…

31 Mar

Calming Techniques for Autistic Children

TheMomKind1 CommentAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentinganxiety, autism parenting, Children with anxiety

Are you looking for Calming Techniques for Autistic Children? You're in the right place! These top five tips will help relieve your child’s anxiety and stress. This post has been sponsored by Namaste Blankets When your emotions are overwhelming and you cannot express what you need, it’s an awful feeling. Meltdowns can happen for a variety of reasons such as transitions, stress, anxiety or even too much sensory input. Calming Techniques for Autistic Children Seeing your child struggling is heart-wrenching. Not only are the meltdowns themselves painful, but they also leave you exhausted beyond belief. Knowing how to help your…

25 Mar

5 Helpful Tips for Raising a Child With Autism

TheMomKind2 CommentsAutism, Special Needs, Special Needs Parentingasd, autism parenting, autism resource, parenting advice

Are you raising a child with autism? It is tough to raise an autistic child. They have specific demands that, when we cannot fulfill, can lead to distress and meltdowns. While not their fault, this can frustrate even the most loving parents and drain their energy. Creating a loving and consistent home life is key when raising a child with autism. Keep reading to learn how you can raise an autistic child with less stress and more love. 1. Learn about Autism The more you know about autism spectrum disorder, the better equipped you'll be to make informed decisions for…