How to Win the Battle over Dinner: 10 Tips for Parents of Picky Eaters
If you’re reading this then you know the drill. You’ve had a long day, you somehow manage to gather some ingredients and whip up dinner, just to be met with your child’s disapproval. We get it; it’s frustrating. And, believe it or not, it’s frustrating for your hungry child too. Picky eating is common among […]
How do I help my family understand my child’s autism diagnosis?
Chances are your family members have heard of autism, but it can still be confusing for them to understand what that might mean for your child. Time of onset, severity, and characteristics can vary for every child on the spectrum. When helping your family to understand autism, it can be helpful to explain it to […]
4 Travel Tips for Supporting a Child with Special Needs
North Shore Center Blog, Madison Center Blog The holidays are a time when schedules and routines are interrupted. This can be difficult on anyone, but the change in routine can be especially hard for kids who are on the autism spectrum. On top of school break, therapy schedules are often also changed, and many new experiences […]
Fun Fall Sensory Activities
North Shore Center Blog, Madison Center Blog The colors of the leaves are starting to change and there’s a fresh, crisp smell in the air. It’s time for fall! During this season, kids are adjusting into their school routines and the majority of them are moving less and indoors more. For some children, however, indoor activities […]
Tips for Toilet Training Success!
North Shore Center Blog, Madison Center Blog Toilet training can be a significant milestone for children, especially for children with developmental delays. It’s an exciting time, providing an opportunity for independence and teaching responsibility. Introducing toilet training means breaking an old routine while creating a new routine, which has the potential to add additional stress to […]
Toys and Activities to Promote Language Development
North Shore Center Blog, Madison Center Blog One of the big concerns parents often have is how they can most effectively and easily teach their child language skills. While there is no one toy or activity that will work for every child nor is there one toy or activity that will teach every aspect of language […]
How do I know if my child is ready for toilet training?
North Shore Center Blog, Madison Center Blog For many parents, getting your child toilet trained is a milestone that is eagerly awaited – no more buying diapers, wipes, and pull ups; just underwear from there on out – but how do you know when your child is ready to be toilet trained AND be successful with […]
