Autism

Special Needs: Flying and Airport Travel Tips for Kids with Special Needs

Flying can be anxiety provoking for many, and this can be especially true for children with autism or other sensory processing disorders. The good...

Unmasking Autism

Autism is starting to become more understood and accepted by society, but we still have a long way to go. Many myths about autism...

Sensory in Indy

As a parent of neurodivergent children, Carmel resident Jessica Willits has seen firsthand how difficult it can be to find places that truly accommodate...

Autism-friendly Trick-or-Treat Tips

Dressing up. Going door to door. Counting candy. There is no other holiday quite like Halloween, but for families of children on the autism...

How to Explain Autism to Children

Explaining autism to children who aren't autistic can be challenging, but it's important to do so in a way that is simple, clear, and...

After the Autism Diagnosis: Helping Your Child Thrive

Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child can be a real whirlwind of emotions. It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed, uncertain, maybe even a...

Ready, Set, Summer! Prepping Your Kid with Autism for Summer Camp

For many kids, summer is the best time for outdoor activities and spending time with peers. For children on the autism spectrum, summer might...

How to Advocate for Your Autistic Child: A Guide for Parents

We are our children’s biggest cheerleaders. We root for them, protect them, teach them, and advocate for them. All children need people who have...

Sensory-friendly Ways to Celebrate the Holidays

It’s been called the most wonderful time of the year and the happiest season of all, and we have to agree! But not only...

How to Help Kids with Autism Make Friends

Relationships and friendships are important, and parents of children on the autism spectrum know that making friends isn’t always easy for some children on...

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