With warmer, drier days ahead, spring and summer are the perfect seasons to explore the outdoors through sensory play. Whether it’s splashing in water, digging in sand, or listening to the sounds of nature, outdoor sensory activities offer wonderful opportunities...
If you’ve ever seen someone rock back and forth, flap their hands, or hum to themselves repeatedly, you may have witnessed a behaviour known as stimming. Short for self-stimulatory behaviour, stimming is common in many people, but it’s especially associated...
As parents, helping a child develop independence and self-care skills is a huge milestone.One important but often tricky skill to teach is how to wipe after going to the toilet. Forchildren with autism, this task may present additional challenges, but...
Easter is a time for fun, family, and creating lasting memories. For children with special needs, making the celebration accessible ensures that everyone can join in the fun. Whether your child has mobility challenges, sensory sensitivities, or other unique needs,...
Whilst being complimented is a lovely thing, many people struggle to accept compliments. This is particularly the case for people with autism. There may be many reasons for this – from not believing that the compliment is genuine or true...
There are lots of ways parents can make their home safe for a child with autism - from safety locks and stair gates to door alarms and specialist beds - however, whilst these things can help keep them safe, there are...
