Autism Family Life Hacks

Tips and links to help families of children with Autism. Chat room is available for families to help support each other and offer encouragement and advice.

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One of my favorite quotes by American Professor and Austim Spokesperson Temple Grandin

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30 Tips to improve flying with Autism

The best 30 Tips to flying with Autism are shared in this post to help families plan their trips in a stress-free manner.

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The Best Solutions for Sensory Issues with Clothing in Kids

When kids have sensory issues with clothing it can be overwhelming, confusing, and exhausting. Learn why they may have a sensory sensitivity and how you can help them! Plus, ideas for sensory friendly clothing.

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5 Effective Yoga Poses For Autism

Do you know someone who suffers from autism? The disorder is less about the cause and more about the symptoms. Have you ever tried yoga for autism? Here is all you need to know about it

Yoga is a great activity you can do with all of your kids.  I recommend investing in mats (can be found at 5 Below for $5).  This will help your child recognize where their boundaries are.  I have done yoga with children who have moderate to severe Autism, and I promise you, they can definitely benefit from it.

Yoga can:

-increase motor planning and gross motor skills

-decrease maladaptive behaviors

-increase coping chemicals

-increase self-awareness

Tips for implementing yoga:

- Let your child try it on their own for a couple weeks before you start prompting them through the motions.  Instead, start by just modeling the poses. 

- Keep realistic goals.  Maybe their first goal is just to stay on their mat, or to stay quiet during the session.

-Play intro music to cue the session

-Keep lights low/dimmed

-Stay silent.  This helps keep the calm atmosphere and sets an example for the child.

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ARC Park is great place for families and children of all ages.   It has covered picnic areas, accessible equipment and bathrooms, and a variety of engaging sensory activities for every child.

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Some ideas to incorporate in your own Sensory Room.

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https://theinspiredtreehouse.com/transition-strategies-preventing-tantrums-during-daily-routine/

Read the article for more detail

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How to make an inexpensive weighted blanket stuffed with plastic pellets. This is a therapeutic solution to help those with sensory processing disorders.

Paula gives great detailed instructions on how to make your own weighted blanket.  This one is designed to fit a twin size bed, but it can be altered to make a smaller travel size version.