Is your child sensory seeking in some situations but sensitive or overwhelmed in others? Here’s what I learned from my son’s mixed sensory profile and how observing patterns helped me understand his needs.

We tried four noise-reducing headphones with our autistic son. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and why the strongest noise reduction wasn’t always best.

A mother calmly introduces potty training to her autistic son using a visual routine card in a quiet bathroom. This illustration represents a gentle, step-by-step approach that supports autistic children through toilet training using consistency, patience, and visual supports.

Before our autism diagnosis, there were small signs we didn't fully understand. In this personal story, I share the early clues we noticed, why trusting your instincts matters, and how seeking an assessment changed our family's journey.

Communication doesn't only happen during therapy. In this personal story, I share three everyday strategies that helped our autistic son communicate, learn, and connect with our family.

After my son's autism diagnosis, I felt lost and overwhelmed. This is the story behind AutismPlusMe and why I created a place where parents can find practical advice, honest experiences, and hope.

After my son's autism diagnosis, I believed therapy would happen only in the clinic. I soon discovered that the greatest progress came when therapists and parents worked together. In this guide, I share what I learned about occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychological support, and how everyday life at home became our most valuable learning opportunity.

Receiving an autism diagnosis can feel overwhelming. This step-by-step guide will help you understand what to do next, organize your first steps, and move forward with confidence and hope.

Discover 10 sensory toys that have helped support focus, calming, and sensory regulation. Written from the perspective of an autism parent with practical tips for everyday life.

Sensory processing challenges can affect every part of daily life. In this personal guide, I share our family's journey, practical coping strategies, and the small changes that made a big difference.

Every autistic child experiences the world differently. In this parent-to-parent guide, I share our family's journey with sensory processing and the simple strategies that made everyday life easier.

When my son first started school, I worried about everything. Would the teachers understand him? Would he make friends? Would he feel safe? Would he be accepted for who he is? Like many parents wondering how to support an autistic child at school, I wanted to make sure my son had the support he needed while still being understood and accepted for who he was. Looking back now, I realize that school isn't just about learning maths or reading. It's also about helping our childre