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Sometimes, Summer Helps Us Notice Things We Didn't Before Summer has a way of changing the pace of family life. The early morning rush eases. There is more time for backyard play, family outings, vacations, and long afternoons spent together. Children may attend camps, spend time with relatives, or participate in activities that look very different from the structure of the school year. Amidst these changes, some parents and caregivers begin noticing things they hadn't fully

When the School Year Ends, a New Transition Begins The final school bell often brings excitement, longer days, and a welcome change of pace. Yet beneath the anticipation of summer, a significant shift is taking place. Familiar routines disappear, schedules change, and the structure that has guided daily life for months suddenly looks very different. For children with autism, these changes can be more impactful than many people realize. The end of the school year doesn't sim

When Sleep Feels Like an Ongoing Challenge For many families of children with autism, sleep is not always a simple or easy part of the day’s routine. Bedtime can become an emotionally and physically stressful part of family life if the child's sleep schedule is dysregulated. Some children struggle to fall asleep. Others wake frequently throughout the night, rise very early, or seem unable to fully settle their bodies and minds for rest. Over time, disrupted sleep can begin

Families Are at the Heart of a Child’s World Every child experiences the world through the relationships around them. Home is often where children feel safest, most understood, and most themselves, and for children with autism, that sense of connection and support can make a meaningful difference in everyday life. This International Day of Families, we recognize the important role families play not only in a child’s development, but also in helping their children feel regul