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The COVID-19 pandemic has been undeniably tough on everyone. No matter your circumstances it has been and continues to be a difficult time of uncertainty. We are all weathering the same storm in different boats and for children with autism and their families it has been hard. 

It can sometimes be difficult to prepare a special needs child for a new baby, there are lots of things that you can do in the lead up to your newborn's arrival to help your special needs child get used to the idea of a newborn.

There isn’t a parent out there that doesn’t worry that at some stage their child might be the victim of bullying. However, when you’re the parent of a child with special needs who is particularly vulnerable, this worry is tenfold.

This year has been challenging for families throughout the UK due to COVID-19. But for families who have children with special needs and disabilities, times are extremely challenging. 

Children with special needs, such as autism often find it difficult to express, understand and control their emotions. In this blog, SpecialKids Company will provide some strategies that you can use or adapt when parenting a highly sensitive child.

There are lots of great life skills that can be taught in the kitchen; from washing up, peeling vegetables to pouring a drink. Kitchen activities such as cooking with special needs children can be a fun and positive experience for everyone involved