Posts by Michelle Ibarra
De-Escalation Strategies: Calming Strategies for Autism Meltdowns
Sometimes, when autistic children become extremely overwhelmed or they’re experiencing sensory overload, they have a meltdown where they lose control over their behaviors. These situations are stressful for everyone involved and potentially dangerous for both bystanders and your child. Knowing some de-escalation strategies will help you avoid a potential crisis. Understanding The Escalation Cycle …
Read MoreHealthy & Easy Foods Picky Eaters Will Actually Eat
What is the best food for autistic children? How can I manage to feed my son with sensory issues? These are the two questions that we get the most. For most parents on the spectrum, finding the right meals for picky eaters can be a challenge, however, it is possible to identify which new foods…
Read MoreStem Cell Therapy For Immune System Improvement in Autism
The body’s immune system is the front-line defense against bacterial infections and viral invaders like Covid-19. However, in autism, the immune system is affected by a broad range of factors and conditions that may make it less than effective in fighting off attackers. Today we will analyze ways to achieve immune system improvement, including (of…
Read MoreEating For Autism: Food Additives That Make Autism Worse
One of the biggest mistakes we see parents make when it comes to incorporating nutrition therapy into their children’s treatment program is jumping into advanced interventions instead of starting with the basics. In nutrition therapy, each step builds upon the previous one, becoming more advanced as you work your way through the program. The first…
Read MoreASD and Gut Imbalance: Microbes in Quicksand By MSC Susana Reyes
Homo sapiens’ entities are the overwhelming minority in our bodies: there are 10 times more microbial cells than human cells. Across centuries, we’ve learned not only to coexist but to strive towards the goal of mutual survival. However, as microbial populations shuffle in type and population across different tissues of our bodies we are prone…
Read MoreThe Top 6 Ways To Support Autism Awareness Month
Each year, on April 2, we commemorate World Autism Awareness Day, and during April Autism Awareness Month. The main goal is to raise awareness and to create inclusion, and acceptance. Why Should We Support Autism Awareness Month? Honoring Autism Awareness Month goes far beyond wearing a blue ribbon. There are many powerful reasons why we…
Read MoreStem Cell Therapy To Heal Inflammation in Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder affects 1 in 68 children in the United States. Although autism is known to primarily impact the brain, recent studies, have found that gastrointestinal (GI) issues seem to occur more often in individuals with ASD than in the rest of the population. One study found that children in the spectrum are up…
Read MoreStem Cell Therapy To Heal The Autistic Gut
Autism Spectrum Disorder affects 1 in every 68 children in the United States. Although ASD primarily impacts the brain, children with autism are also highly affected by (GI) gastrointestinal issues that have a drastic effect on their behavior and even speech. According to recent studies, 9 out of 10 autistic children suffer from gastrointestinal issues…
Read MoreStem Cell Therapy To Heal the Autistic Brain
During the last decades, Stem Cell Therapy has revolutionized the health industry bringing health and recovery for conditions that were previously considered as “ untreatable”. When it comes to autism, stem cells have become a very useful, accessible, and effective alternative when it comes to easing the three main autistic treats: Gut, brain, and overall…
Read MoreValentine‘s | Date Night Ideas For Parents on The Specrum
For many couples, Valentine’s day represents fancy dinners, gifts, and even romantic getaways. However, for parents, especially on the spectrum, it can be hard to find a moment to relax and to enjoy themselves without worrying about the children. Most ASD parents recall difficulty finding baby sitters, which is another factor why going out can…
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