One common behavior observed in many autistic individuals is autism masking, or camouflaging, where individuals hide their natural tendencies and adopt neurotypical behaviors to fit in with non-autistic people. Masking can take a heavy toll on autistic individuals, leading to increased stress, social isolation, and mental health issues. Autistic masking, also known as masking or…
Baby led weaning has both its pros and cons. BLW is a feeding method that allows babies to self-feed by providing them with solid foods in the form of finger foods. This method has gained popularity among new parents who are interested in introducing their babies to solid foods in a more natural and gradual…
Fine motor skills are crucial for everyday life, and engaging young children in fine motor activities is essential for developing these skills. Fine motor skills involve the coordination of small muscles in the hands and fingers that enable us to perform precise and delicate movements. They play an important role in many tasks, including writing,…
If your child is like mine, and chews on almost everything you might be wondering what that means. Is chewing on things a sign of autism? Or is it normal child development? Or is it a sign of something else? If you have never heard of Sensory processing disorder you may be surprised to hear…