Posts by Michelle Ibarra

Biting, kicking, and even punching are some of the things that most parents on the spectrum report as common conducts during meltdowns and tantrums. Today we will analyze, the reasons for aggressive conduct, as well as effective tips to handle them properly! Why Do ASD Children Hit?  For autistic children, aggressive behavior is a physical…

Picky eating is found in up to 80% of the Autism cases. Most parents report that their child would only eat the foods they are familiar with or they would not eat at all. This can make the lunch meal preparation challenging because you must find nutritious, sensory-friendly, easy to carry options for your child.…

Feeding a child on the spectrum is never an easy task. Kicking, biting, and even meltdowns are common during meal times. For most parents on the spectrum, it can be hard to find proper ways to expand their children‘s diet. However, it‘s common to hear that after a while of trying, with no results, many…

Humans are oral creatures. Since early infancy, our knowledge of the world comes to us by taste. We learn different flavors, textures, and even consistencies as a part of our normal development. However, when these activities end up in raw nails, and red cuticles, it can be pointing to a bigger problem. Today we will…

It is that time of the year. Everybody is getting ready for the holiday celebrations, decorating their houses, and buying presents for their children. Everybody seems excited, full of joy, and energized. Everybody but you. It’s not the fact that you are ungrateful, or unhappy, it’s just simply the fact that you feel exhausted. Sounds…

Thanksgiving is finally here! All the excitement, food, and family gatherings can make these celebrations one of the most anticipated ones of the year. However, for families on the spectrum, all these schedule changes, new meals, and visits can represent a huge challenge. Thankfully, it is possible to have fun and ease these issues, and…

Potty training is probably one of the greatest challenges for most parents. Children will refuse to poop on the potty, or they would just simply feel comfortable in the pull-ups and avoid it. Now for parents on the spectrum,  the challenge goes to a new level. Non-verbal difficulties, and sometimes even movement challenges can raise…

Tantrums can be a nightmare for almost every ASD parent. Once the tantrum starts, it can be almost impossible to stop the train. What starts as a call for attention, can end up as a war between the mom and the child, or at least that’s how it looks to people staring. Fortunately, there is…