Posts by Michelle Ibarra
Stem 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…
Read MoreYoga & Autism | 5 Benefits
Autistic minds can be a noisy place. Children in the spectrum can have trouble concentrating due to sensory issues, and overloads that can lead them to anxiety and stress. Sports are highly recommended to ease stress and improve focus, however, due to motor skills and physical coordination challenges, it can be hard for children to…
Read MoreWeighted Pencils: The Answer to Improve Fine Motor Skills
Most parents in the spectrum report that tasks related to fine motor skills can be a challenge for autistic children. Drawing, and writing can be difficult however, weighted pencils have shown to be the answer to improve hand coordination. What Are Weighted Pencils? Weighted pencils are considerably heavier and thicker than a regular pencil, thus…
Read MoreTop 5 New Years Resolutions For ASD Mommies
With the New Year just starting, yearly resolutions and goals emerge. For most people things like working out, and eating healthier come at the top of the list. However, for parents with children on the spectrum, priorities can be way too different and so can be the goals. Today, we want to help you make…
Read More5 New Year Resolutions For Autistic Moms
With the New Year just starting, yearly resolutions and goals emerge. For most people things like working out, and eating healthier come at the top of the list. However, for parents with children on the spectrum, priorities can be way too different and so can be the goals. Today, we want to help you make…
Read MoreBest And Worst Christmas Gifts For Autistic Children
Finding the perfect gift for a child with autism is not always an easy task. Due to the various sensitivities and needs that many children with autism may have, it’s important to carefully consider what kinds of gifts are a good choice for them. To ease your holiday shopping, here is a list of autism…
Read MoreHow Parents Can Support Autistic Children With Online School
Covid-19 has come to completely transform our lives. With most activities suspended and taken on remotely, most parents suffer the consequences. Poor concentration, difficulty focusing on the screen, and even home distractions can be overwhelming for autistic children. Today, we will share with you a few tips on how to deal with the most common…
Read MoreAutism Parenting: Why Does My Child Flap His Hands?
Kids with autism have several quirks that non-autistics consider strange. Hand flapping, fixations, and echolalia can be some examples of ASD unique conduct. Today, we will analyze the reason behind those conducts as well as ways to prevent it. The Reason Behind Common ASD Conducts and Behaviors 1.- Lack of Eye Contact: A lot of autism…
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