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I CAN do this because I’m autistic

I CAN do this because I’m autistic

“The drop slide is now open!” My little boy came running over, telling me that he wanted a mark on his hand so he could go on the drop slide. It was his 9th  birthday party and we had decided to hold it at a soft play arena. I gave my permission, and he duly got a...
School Holidays – Love or hate them?

School Holidays – Love or hate them?

Haven’t we only just started 2024 and yet here we are into the first round of school holidays? Although it’s only a week or two of holidays, it gives the kids and school staff a much-needed break. At home though, it’s probably a completely different story. Some kids...
Responses aren’t always immediate

Responses aren’t always immediate

In our journey with our loved ones on the spectrum, we often encounter moments that can catch us off-guard – times when our children’s reactions don’t correspond to what we think is going on, puzzling us with their unexpected timing. Let’s explore this through...
Evolving our dialogue with mindful language

Evolving our dialogue with mindful language

This year, I set a personal goal to immerse myself in reading for at least 30 minutes daily. The journey began with an insightful book: “What Works for Autistic Children” by Dr. Luke Beardon. Dr. Beardon is a senior Lecturer in Autism at The Autism Centre,...