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Preparing for the future with your Autistic child

This is a contributed post and therefore doesn't necessarily reflect the views or opinions of this blog and its author. When you are the parent of an autistic child, you can’t always live in the present. You have to think about the future. You need to consider what comes next. What happens when your child reaches high school, what happens when they reach college age when they are old enough to live independently, and the list just goes on. You also need to think about what your role will be in their life. For parents, usually, there is a time when they step back and let their children live completely independently. When you have a child with autism, it’s possible that this day never arrives. This, of course, depends…

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April 18, 2018

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Supporting Your Family With Self-Care: What Can You Do?

This is a contributed post and therefore does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. https://unsplash.com/photos/WMjqzYGoU5w When you’re the head of the household and you have a lot of responsibility on your shoulders, you can often feel the pressure to help everyone. It can often be easy to confuse the idea of parenting and guiding and supporting your family, with doing everything for them. While every family is different, and you are going to have to accept your individual circumstances and find a rhythm that works for you, you will also find that bringing in some self-care can really do a lot for your family’s dynamics. And here, we’re not just talking about your immediate family, but your aging parents too. Because we…

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April 18, 2018

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Travel Tips For Parents Of Children With #Autism

This is a contributed post and therefore does not necessarily represent the views and opinions of this blog or its author. (image) Travelling can be stressful at the best of times, but as parents with autistic children, it can be especially trying. With a change in schedule, unfamiliar surroundings, and the busy crowds, there are stresses for both the parent and the child trying to cope with what is going on around them. Of course, the easy answer at vacation time is to not travel at all. But why should a child on the spectrum miss out on the world around them? A holiday is a great time for them to gain new experiences, and as parents, we can bond with our kids away from the four walls of the…

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April 16, 2018

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Do You Know What iPads Could Do For Your Family?

This is a contributed post and therefore doesn't necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Let’s get real; autism parenting is challenging. No matter where on the spectrum your child falls, you can be sure there will be days where you struggle to cope. Despite the undying love we all have for our children, it’s human nature for things to get on top of us sometimes. Hence why many of us look for relief. Anything which stands to help our kids has the added benefit of making our lives easier. Plus, what parent doesn’t want to see their children thrive? But, it can often feel as though your options are limited. There’s only so much help out there, and the costs are a stretch. Hence…

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April 12, 2018

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Money Management: Building Up an Investment Portfolio

This is a contributed post and therefore doesn't necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Photo Credit If you are a financial novice, you may well be intimidated by the idea of building up an investment portfolio. But don’t let some jargon put you off making your money work harder for you. In this blog post, we are going to talk you through a few of the basics involved so that you can get started upgrading your lifestyle. Of course, you will have to do more in-depth research in the future, but this should set you off down the right path. Do Your Research and Decide on Objectives There is so much information available online these days that this is the best place to start.…

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April 6, 2018

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5 Surprising Benefits Of Playing A Humble Board Game

Do you have a stack of board games at home, that are simply collecting dust? Brush them down, and reintroduce them to your family in order to recapture the magic of your own childhood.

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April 4, 2018

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Phenomenal Daddy-Daughter Bonding Activities For 2018

This is a collaborative post and therefore may not represent the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Sometimes as a family, it can be really easy to settle into two groups, the boys, and the girls. This can work perfectly well most of the time too. However, it is a good idea to switch things up a bit now and again. Otherwise, both you and your little ones can end up missing out on some valuable experiences both regarding gender roles and developing that connection with their other parent. Something that is vital for a healthy family dynamic and building good relationships later on. With that in mind keep reading for some suggestions on what to do for those all-important daddy-daughter bonding days. Theme park…

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April 3, 2018

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How to Look After Yourself When Your Kids Need So Much From You

This is a collaborative post and may not reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Image Credit: Stock Vault Parenting is always going to be a challenge, but when your kids are so dependent on you for support, it can be difficult to take care of yourself as well. Part of this is inevitable if illogical, guilt you feel when you leave them with a sitter but it is also strange to think of yourself when you spend so much time thinking of others. All parents deserve some time to themselves and when you think about it, looking after your own health is the best way to ensure continued care for your kids. With this in mind, here are a few things that you should keep…

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April 2, 2018