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Autism and Sensory Overload: Understanding and Coping Strategies

Understanding Sensory Overload in Autism Imagine Alex, a teenager on the autism spectrum, attending a school assembly. The loud chatter, bright lights, and crowded space quickly become overwhelming. Within moments, Alex’s heart races, their hands cover their ears, and they feel the need to escape. This is sensory overload—a common but often misunderstood challenge for

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Creating the Perfect Autism Friendly Bedroom

Ideas, Designs, and Practical Tips When designing an autism friendly bedroom, the goal is to create a space that promotes comfort, relaxation, and sensory regulation. For individuals with autism, the bedroom is more than a place to sleep—it’s a retreat that supports their sensory and emotional needs. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or designer, this

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Sensory Tents for Autism

A Calming Space for Comfort and Regulation For individuals with autism, creating a safe, sensory-friendly space can make a world of difference in managing sensory sensitivities and promoting emotional well-being. Sensory tents for autism provide just that—a dedicated, calming environment tailored to meet diverse sensory needs. In this blog, we’ll explore how sensory tents can

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The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with a Child with Autism

Practical Strategies for Stress-Free Trips with an Autistic Child Traveling can be a wonderful experience for families, creating memories and introducing children to new places and cultures. However, traveling with a child with autism or travelling with an autistic child requires thoughtful planning to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience for everyone involved. This guide will

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Sensory Rooms: Find Calm and Focus for Autism

Understand Sensory Processing, Autism, and Sensory Overload Our human experience is woven with our senses. Our brains interpret information from sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, movement (proprioception), balance (vestibular), and internal body awareness (interoception). Furthermore, with that information our brain creates a understanding of the world around us. However, when this complex system is disrupted,

Ear Protection, Headphones for Autism, and Sensory Sensitivity

Your Guide: Finding Quiet in a Noisy World Imagine this: you’re at a crowded amusement park. The excited screams of children mingle with the cacophony of music, ride announcements, and flashing lights. For some, it’s a thrilling atmosphere. But for others, it can be overwhelming, triggering sensory overload. A common misconception is that that sensory

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Being an Autism Dad: A Fathering Autism Story

Being an autism dad A Father’s Perspective: Navigating Autism with Nick”This blog was written with Nick, a father on the autism journey with his child. Nick shares his personal experiences, challenges, and insights as he works to create a supportive, sensory-friendly environment for his family. His goal is to help other families and supporters by

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