Holiday gift-giving can be challenging. But it's especially hard to buy for our kids on the spectrum who might not completely "get" the whole gift giving and receiving traditions. What if your child isn't even interested in playing with toys? In this episode, Janeen covers what's worked (and not worked) for her own family as well as some of her ... Continue Reading
Autism Holiday Survival Series | How To Deal with Family | ABP Episode 66
It's the holidays! And for autism families this can be a very stressful time of year. This episode kicks off our Autism Holidays Survival Series as we discuss how to handle family gatherings. Extended family can be a source of stress for many, and for our kids on the autism spectrum family gatherings can be difficult. This episode will provide some ... Continue Reading
ABP Episode 31 | Thinking Outside the Holiday Box | Holidays with Autism Survival Series, Part 3
We’re in the family room today talking about the holidays and autism. Janeen and her husband Joe will be sharing stories, anecdotes and even a few tips about how to have a happy holiday season, no matter which ones you celebrate. And of course we will have a few laughs along the way. In this episode you will discover: Our family's experience ... Continue Reading