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Are you raising a child with special needs? We're here to help with personal stories, expert advice, the latest research, and tips on how to support your child.

When Autism and Anxiety Overlap

When Autism and Anxiety Overlap

A parent’s guide to recognizing and managing co-occuring anxiety in autistic children.

Jan Stewart

Autism and Depression: What You Need to Know

Autism and Depression: What You Need to Know

Depression may look different in Autistic children. Here’s what you need to know.

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review: The SJ Childs Show

Autism Podcast Review: The SJ Childs Show

Autism advocate Jan Stewart reviews The SJ Childs Show podcast.

Jan Stewart

Meet My Son Andrew, Autism Self-Advocate

Meet My Son Andrew, Autism Self-Advocate

“Love your child and let them know you are on their side and will help them in any way you can.”

Jan Stewart

Our Review of The Autism ADHD Podcast

Our Review of The Autism ADHD Podcast

If you’re struggling to support your child with autism and/or ADHD, Holly’s podcast is here to help.

Jan Stewart

Co-Occurring Conditions of Autism and ADHD

Co-Occurring Conditions of Autism and ADHD

ADHD and autism are separate diagnoses with differing symptoms; however, they can exist simultaneously. Here’s what you should know about their coexistence.

Jan Stewart

OCD Podcast Review: AT Parenting Survival Podcast

OCD Podcast Review: AT Parenting Survival Podcast

Natasha Daniels, mother of three children with OCD and as a therapist specializing in these disorders, hosts this highly regarded podcast. Here’s our review.

Jan Stewart

Co-Occurring Autism and OCD–What to Expect

Co-Occurring Autism and OCD–What to Expect

How to keep hope alive and move forward together, one step at a time.

Jan Stewart

The Autism Podcast Review: Autism Dad

The Autism Podcast Review: Autism Dad

“The Autism Dad podcast was born out of necessity but is powered by love.” –Rob Gorski

Jan Stewart

Assistive Communication Tools and Technologies for Autistic Children

Assistive Communication Tools and Technologies for Autistic Children

Communicating with your non-speaking autisic child can be a challenge, but augmentative and alternative communication can help you conquer it.

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review: Embracing Autism

Autism Podcast Review: Embracing Autism

“Weekly discussions to provide parents with guidance, tips, resources, and a newfound perspective on Autism Spectrum Disorder.”

Jan Stewart

Preparing Your Autistic Child for Entry to School

Preparing Your Autistic Child for Entry to School

Here's our tips to make school a safe and successful experience for your special needs child.

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review: Autism Blueprint

Autism Podcast Review: Autism Blueprint

“The Autism Blueprint Podcast is about designing a more peaceful home life while living with autism."

Jan Stewart

Caregiver Respite: Why it's so Important and How to Access Services

Caregiver Respite: Why it's so Important and How to Access Services

Caregivers need to be taken care of, too. Why caregiver respite is so important for families with autistic children.

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review: Autism Journey

Autism Podcast Review: Autism Journey

After their son Max was diagnosed with autism, Stephanie and her husband’s worlds were shattered. Now, she shares her story in the hopes of helping other families.

Jan Stewart

Travelling with Your Autistic Child–Tips from the Experts

Travelling with Your Autistic Child–Tips from the Experts

Experts share ways to prepare your child for travel and different services in place to help them through the process.

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review: Autism Parenting Secrets

Autism Podcast Review: Autism Parenting Secrets

Len and Cass started the podcast to “reach out to amazing parents and get them even more empowered than they are to help their children.”

Jan Stewart

Autism and Potty Training: Setting Your Child Up for Success

Autism and Potty Training: Setting Your Child Up for Success

Common issues, signs of readiness and where to start. All the tips to set your child up for success.

Jan Stewart

Debunking 10 Common Myths about Autism

Debunking 10 Common Myths about Autism

Why these myths are so harmful and how you can promote acceptance and inclusion by knowing the facts

Jan Stewart

Autism Podcast Review Series: Moms Talk Autism

Autism Podcast Review Series: Moms Talk Autism

In honour of Autism Acceptance Month, we are kicking off a new series where we will review podcasts that focus on autism support and community.

Jan Stewart