Thoughtful guidance on building emotional safety, routines, and connection in your home. Updated regularly with real-family stories and tools.
October 24, 2025 | By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
For many neurotypical people, eye contact is a fundamental marker of connection and attention. Yet, for an autistic child, it can be physically painful, cognitively…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
The core challenge for many individuals on the spectrum is an intense need for routine and predictability. Therefore, when an autistic child perceives a change…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
A long car ride presents a unique challenge for an autistic child: a profound loss of control, intense sensory input (vibrations, sun glare, engine noise),…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
The combination of literal thinking, difficulty with abstract concepts, a tendency to wander (elopement), and a lack of inherent stranger awareness creates a significant safety…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
It may seem counterintuitive that a child’s ability to throw a ball or use scissors could be linked to their mood or propensity for a…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 2 min read
Receiving the diagnosis of autism for your child can be a shock, leaving you feeling isolated and unsure of where to turn. The information is…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
The realization that you suspect your toddler has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be a moment of intense emotion—confusion, anxiety, and a fierce drive to…
| By clrzclrsvqbifoif_calmuser | 3 min read
School breaks or holidays—while a welcome rest for many—can be a source of intense anxiety and behavioral challenges for an autistic child. They thrive on…
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For many non-speaking children on the autism spectrum, an iPad or tablet running an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) application can be a breakthrough, functional…