Being a Supportive Parent
A video about one family's experience parenting an autistic child, with strategies for caregivers.
As you watch this video, think about the things you can do to take care of yourself and the other caregivers in your family. If it’s helpful, write your ideas on paper. What advice or perspectives about parenting an autistic child stood out to you?
Parenting Moment: Describing
The way you talk with children matters! Your words have power.
Parenting Moment: Imitating
Playing is learning! The way you play with children matters… your actions and words have power.
Go To Sleep, Elmo!
Handling a middle-of-the-night monster moment.
Parenting Moment: Reflecting
The way you talk with children matters… your words have power!
Monster Meltdown
Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.
Parenting Moment: Enjoying!
Showing you enjoy your time together with your child builds your special bond. And when you’re being positive, your little one is more likely to do the same.
Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year
All children grow and develop at their own pace; use this chart to guide your expectations and observations so you can talk to your child’s pediatrician about questions or concerns.
