There can be many puzzling when aspects raising a child with ASD, but what about autism and being touched? An autistic child and being touched As a parent of an autistic child, you may have noticed that they have different preferences for touch than other children. Some autistic children may not like to be touched … Read more
If your autistic child always wants to be first you are not alone, it’s actually quite a common behaviour. In this article we examine why your child may act in this way and what you can do about it. Autism and wanting to be first Parenthood is a journey filled with unique challenges and rewarding … Read more
If your autistic child is urinating on the floor it can be extremely challenging and difficult to tackle. In this article, we’ll explore why some autistic children may engage in floor urination and provide practical tips for parents to support their child through these moments. Autism and floor urination Raising a child with autism comes … Read more
Children with autism often have a complex relationship with food, but what can you do if your autistic child is refusing to eat? In this article, we will delve into the reasons behind this behaviour and offer practical advice on how to approach mealtimes. Autism and food refusal Mealtimes can be a source of fun, … Read more
School can be challenging for children with autism, but what do you do if an autistic child is disrupting class? We delve into what may be behind the behaviour and give some tips on how it can be managed. Autism and class behaviour For autistic children, navigating the social dynamics of a classroom environment can … Read more
Raising a child with autism can present a number of challenges, one common difficulty is handling an autistic child with a loose tooth. We explore below why an autistic child may be faced with a wide range of emotions from having a loose tooth. Autism and loosing teeth As a parent, you may have noticed … Read more
Children with autism can have any number of challenging behaviours but how do you stop an autistic child picking scabs? Here at Autism Parents we can never be accused of swerving the difficult topics. So let’s look at the behaviour and see what can be done to stop it. Autism and scab picking As parents, … Read more
If you have an autistic child who won’t leave the house you are not alone, it is more common than you think. In this article we dig into the behaviour, exploring what may be behind it and what you can do to resolve. Autism and not wanting to leave the house As a parent of … Read more
Being a parent of a child with ASD can be rewarding and challenging, but what do you do if your autistic child is very clingy? Autism and being clingy It’s perfectly normal for children to be clingy to their parents, especially when they’re young. But for some children with autism, clinginess can be a more … Read more
Children with autism can have a complex relationship with food, but what should you do if your autistic child is underweight? Autism and weight Raising a child on the autism spectrum can be both rewarding and challenging. Your unwavering love and support are invaluable in helping your child navigate the world around them. However, if … Read more