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Autism Guides
Browse expert-inspired guides, practical tips, and everyday strategies to help you better understand autism and confidently support your child.



Parenting an Autistic Child: Why I Created AutismPlusMe
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.

AutismPlusMe Team
Jul 303 min read
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What Should Parents Know About Autism Therapy for Children?
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.

AutismPlusMe Team
Jul 305 min read
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What Are the Best Sensory Toys for Autism? 10 Ideas Parents Can Try
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.

AutismPlusMe Team
Nov 15, 20245 min read
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What Is Sensory Processing in Autism? A Parent’s Guide to Understanding Sensory Differences
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.

AutismPlusMe Team
Oct 14, 20243 min read
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What Autism Communication Strategies Can Help Your Child? A Parent's Guide
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.

AutismPlusMe Team
Sep 8, 20244 min read
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How Do You Support an Autistic Child at School? What Helped Our Son
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

AutismPlusMe Team
Sep 5, 20245 min read
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