What is the most beautiful gift you can give your child with autism? The gift of time and presence. Ok, those are technically two gifts but I would say they go hand in hand. These are 10 of my favorite ways to be present with your child with autism.
How to be present with your child with autism
Children thrive knowing that you are there for them, that you love them and support them no matter what and that they are your priority. What better way to show them this than to put aside time each day to fully engage with them?
I know all of the things you are balancing as a special needs parent : packed schedules, therapy sessions, special dietary requirements, learning goals and so much more! It can be difficult to find time to connect and have quality time with your child with autism.
I hope that these ideas will help you be more present with your child with autism! Click on each idea for a detailed post about the topic.
2. Make silly playdough monsters.
3. Cook together.
4. Engage in functional activities together.
5. Read an awesome bedtime story.
6. Do family yoga.
8. Start a new family tradition.
9. Make your very own sock puppets.
10. Play with straws.
Autism Parenting Resources
- Explaining Autism to Siblings
- Free Autism Resources
- Relaxation Strategies
- Self-Care Rituals for Everyone Who Cares for Someone with Autism
- Coping Strategies (my best strategies for coping with stress as an autism mom)
- Autism Mom Burnout (what it is and 5 tips to avoid it!)
- Happiness Tips (12 of the best for autism moms)
- Work From Home Jobs
- How to Feel Awake After Little Sleep
- Best Self-Help Books for Women
More Autism Resources
- The Successful Interaction with a Child with Autism Course – learn to better understand your autistic child or students with this complete course.
- Autism Activities Workbook Bundle – build communication skills, fine motor skills, sensory play skills and daily living skills, while helping your child or students to successfully manage any difficult behaviors, with these fun, educational, printable activities.
- Sensory Communication Workbook – Build communication skills with simple sensory activities.
- How to Make a Communication Binder Guide & Workbook – Learn how to create a Communication Binder for your child or student with autism using real photos. Follow my expert guide to learn how to use it to increase communication skills.
- Zoo Animals Play Dough Mats Bundle – use these printable play dough mat to work on the names of the animals, build language skills, and increase fine motor strength and precision in a fun, sensory way!
How to be present with your child with autism
What are your favorite family activities? How do you spend time with your child? I would love to hear from you and learn more about the fun activities you do with your little one! ♥
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