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  • Autism and haircuts: strategies for autistic children
    November 13, 2023

    Autism and haircuts: strategies for autistic children

    Lots of children with autism have sensory processing issues which means that things that might be simple for neurotypical children, are incredibly hard and distressing for them. One thing that a lot of autistic children have in common is haircut anxiety. The entire experience can be completely overwhelming, from the change and the noise to the feel of getting their hair cut. In this blog, SpecialKids Company will help you in preparing children with autism for haircuts.
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  • Internet Safety. A baby sitting in between parents in bed, the room is pitch black. A light is shining on his face from looking at a computer screen.
    September 18, 2023

    Internet Safety Rules to Teach a Child with Autism

    The internet is quite something, isn’t it? It enables our children to communicate, play games and learn and can be a ‘go-to’ when our kids need to self-regulate or be entertained. But the internet can also be terrifying. Children, particularly autistic children, are vulnerable to online abuse and predators. It is therefore paramount that we teach our kids online safety to ensure that they are not at any risk when using online devices such as a tablet or computers.

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  • setting-new-years-eve-goals-for-children-specialkids.company
    January 15, 2022

    How to help your child set New Year's goals

    With a new year comes new opportunities and for many of us that means thinking about what we would like to achieve and setting goals.

    Goal setting can be a positive thing for children with special needs to because it can help to increase self-esteem, provide a sense of control and reduce anxiety.

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