9 Tips for Helping Others Understand Your Child’s Sensory Needs
Supporting a neurodivergent child means not only understanding their sensory needs but also effectively communicating those needs to others. Whether...
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Person-First or Identity-First Language?
Language matters, especially when it comes to how we describe identity. You may have heard debates about whether it is...
The Problem with Functioning Labels in Autism
Autism is often described using terms like “high-functioning” or “low-functioning” or classified into levels 1, 2, and 3. While these...
Sensory Modifications for Common Classroom Struggles
Sensory processing differences are more common than many realize, affecting about 1 in 6 children (source: STAR Institute). Classrooms present...
Sensory-Based Approaches for Improving Executive Function Skills in Kids
Executive function (EF) skills are essential for managing daily tasks, regulating emotions, and adapting to new situations. For autistic children...
Wobbles, Wiggles, and Wins: Helping Kids Strengthen Their Balance
Balance is a crucial skill for children, influencing everything from their ability to walk and run to their success in...
Sensory Validation — Validate to Help Regulate
This chicken is spicy! No, it’s not. You’re fine. Just eat it. But it’s spicy! Eat it or no (insert...
Teaching Kids to Breathe – Simple Deep Breathing Activities for Kids
Deep breathing activities are an excellent way to help children regulate their emotions and manage stress. These simple yet effective...
Splish Splash, I hate Taking A Bath (But Only When You’re Washing My Hair)
It’s a common conversation occupational therapists have with families: For many children, bathtime is a time to play, connect, and...
10 Ways to Reduce Holiday Stress — For Parents of Neurodivergent Children
The holiday season can be particularly challenging for parents of neurodivergent children. Large family gatherings, the noises, smells, and the...
Preventing Dysregulation – Proactive Strategies for Staying at Baseline
Welcome to the final installment of the “Back to Baseline” series! In Part Seven, we focus on proactive strategies for...
How to Build the Ultimate “Back to Baseline” Toolkit for Emotional Regulation
Welcome to Part Six of the “Back to Baseline” series! In this installment, we focus on creating a personalized “Back...