Being able to tell if a person is upset, angry, or playful is an important lifelong skill that shapes our ability to navigate the world. This is referred to as “emotional literacy” and it is defined as the ability to recognize, understand, and express emotions…

  As a parent you want to provide for your children as best you can. It’s your role to keep them happy, healthy, and safe from harm. However, what happens when your child simply cannot communicate the pain they are experiencing? There’s no worse feeling…

Haircuts can be a challenging experience for some children, especially those with autism. The meeting discussed various strategies to make this process smoother and less stressful. Preparation and Familiarization: Introduce Sounds and Sensations: Gradually expose children to the sounds and sensations of a haircut. Let…

  One of the most cherished memories you can have with your kids are those lazy Saturday nights when the whole family gets together to pile in the blankets, break out the popcorn bowls, and settle in with a favourite movie. Movie nights are a…

  Grocery shopping can be one of the most aggravating experiences of the week. You do your best to get healthy, wholesome food that your family can enjoy, only to realize a few days later that they won’t touch half the stuff on their plate…

    You only need to look at your commute to work to see how many adults have a hard time keeping their cool. As grown ups, they should know better. It’s a bit more understandable when kids get frustrated and lash out. Many times…

  Watching your child go into a seizure is a traumatizing experience for any parent. It can make you feel helpless. If you have a child with autism, there’s a fairly high chance that this will be a legitimate, ongoing concern. It’s unfortunate, but true,…

      Every kid loves a snow day. A spontaneous, free day off school is nothing short of magic. Bonus snow days are a good reminder that no matter how great we think school is, nothing beats a day off. Most children don’t hate…

    Sometimes the hardest thing to do after a busy day of having fun and adventures is to wind down. The mind can get going, and the last thing the body wants to do is relax and go to sleep. For this reason, at…

Haircuts can be a challenging experience for some children, especially those with autism. The meeting discussed various strategies to make this process smoother and less stressful.  Preparation and Familiarization:  Introduce Sounds and Sensations: Gradually expose children to the sounds and sensations of a haircut. Let…