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Exploring new sights, smells, colours, shapes, and activities expands minds and is a fun part of growing up. Here are some activity suggestions that children with autism may enjoy.

Life as a parent can bring a whole rollercoaster of emotions. It can bring absolute joy at times, and others can become quite challenging. Many parents of children with special needs often feel stressed and isolated. If this is you, you might want to consider attending a support group as they can be one of the best solutions for you and your child.

There are no two ways about it; the festive season is definitely a time for children.  For your child with special needs, this Christmas shouldn’t be any different for them. When it comes to Christmas we are all looking for something our child with special needs will love.

Parents are looking for something different their child with special needs to discover under the tree. To help, we put together a two-part special to help give you inspiration for your Christmas gifts this year.

 Self-stimulatory behaviours (or "stimming") is prevalent in many special needs children, mostly appearing in children with autism. Stimming occurs when the need to relieve distress, reduce anxiety, or to combat sensory overload arises. 

National Cerebral Palsy Day is March 25. Cerebral palsy is the most common childhood disability with 17 million people worldwide suffering from it. Green is the NCP colour and raising awareness of the condition in any way is a great way to celebrate the day.