When my daughter was diagnosed with Autism I remember thinking How will we survive an Autism diagnosis? Eight years later I can tell you that we definitely have survived and it wasn’t the end of the world. An Autism diagnosis just means entering a new world; the world as seen through your child’s eyes. Wherever your family is on your Autism journey I hope you find something in our Autism Archives that can help you.
Have you ever stopped to think about how amazing our sense of touch is? It’s pretty incredible how we can feel different textures, temperatures, and pressures with our fingertips, isn’t it? Well, that’s all thanks to our tactile sensory system! For kids, this system plays an especially important role in their development and ability to … Read more
The visual system is an essential component of early childhood development. It plays a critical role in how children perceive and interact with the world around them. During the first few years of life, the visual system undergoes significant development, which lays the foundation for lifelong visual function. Did you know that we have EIGHT … Read more
The olfactory sensory system, which is responsible for our sense of smell, plays an important role in learning and development, especially in preschool-aged children. Did you know that we have EIGHT sensory systems?! Most people only know the top five. This blog post is part of a series in which we delve into all eight … Read more
The gustatory sensory system (taste) plays an important role in child development. Taste preferences and aversions can influence a child’s diet and nutrition, which in turn can affect their physical growth and overall health. Did you know that we have EIGHT sensory systems?! Most people only know the top five. This blog post is part … Read more
Interoception is a term that is not commonly known, but it plays a vital role in early childhood development. In preschool-aged children, interoception refers to the ability to understand and interpret the sensations that arise from within the body, such as hunger, thirst, fatigue, and the need to use the bathroom. The development of interoception … Read more