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Declarative Communication and Carving Pumpkins
Have you ever examined the communication style that you use with your autistic child? Sometimes parents fall into a trap of trying to ask a TON of questions and they don’t even realize it! The underlying motivator is likely rooted in a desire to have a meaningful...
COVID 19, Autism and RDI – My Hope for Families
I have been a “glass half-full” kinda gal most of my adult life. That wasn’t always the case. As a child, I had a lot of anxieties for various reasons that were manifested in fear of sleep, recurring nightmares and doomsday thinking. Case in point,...
Autism Reflection and Prospection
Thinking About the Past, Moving Forward to the Future Now that Christmas is over, hopefully you will all experience some much anticipated rest. During this down time, it is a good time to reflect on the prior year and take time to consider the future. What are your...
Planning for Playdates This Christmas
When I talk to parents about their hopes and dreams for their child with autism, their answers are often very similar. What do they want? They want their child to have a friend. That is the number one thing they desire. I help parents understand the steps in...
Parenting & Autism – A Different Perspective Appreciating the Little Things
The blessings and things you wish for are the very same things that typical parents take for granted. That is the gift. That is the blessing.
Autism and Long Term Perspective
Attributes That Lead to a Long-term Quality of Life When children receive a diagnosis of autism, parents often start frantically looking for answers. It’s easy to become focused on the behaviours associated with autism. However, it is important to understand the...
Connecting to Learn at School
Building motivation to learn through relationship development When thinking about the many strategies that parents and teachers may implement to help kids transition into a new school year, developing a relationship with students should never be over looked or...
Activities to Help Promote ASD Growth
Within the RDI Model, we believe that everyday activities with your ASD child can be utilized for mental growth! Here is a fun activity you can try: Create your own "I spy it" shaker What you need: Voss Water Bottle Rice Small items (toys you can buy at the dollar...
Activities in Autism Treatment that Promote Growth
Taking activities to the next level, with RDI!
Evaluating Your Child’s Optimal Learning Environment
Is Your child thriving in school?