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Browse tips by speech therapists and autism parents on autism signs, therapies, causes, speech development, stimming, and food aversions.

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Kairos Speaks: A Journey from Non-verbal to Verbal

Shortly after Kairos’ evaluation, we were told that he may be on the spectrum but he should be given a year to monitor his development….

Ariel Ming Li

Apr 3, 2023

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My Child Might Be Autistic - How to Increase Communication?

In this video, we will talk about: Effective Learning Techniques for ASD Toddlers Make sure that you watch until the end of this video because…

Speech Blubs

Mar 31, 2023

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Is There a Link Between Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Autism?

I have written several blogs for Speech Blubs regarding ASD, causes, symptoms and treatment. Feel free to search for that information, but I won’t be…

Stacie Bennett

Feb 14, 2022

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4 Ways To Help A Child With Nonverbal Autism Talk

To help a nonverbal child communicate with even simple words or phrases, early intervention is necessary. Autism spectrum disorder is complex and most children require…

Liz Talton

Feb 14, 2022

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Speech and Language Goals for Autistic Kids

When I’m at my private speech therapy practice, parents who have a child with autism always bring in their child’s IEP and have me look…

Stacie Bennett

Feb 12, 2022

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My Chat w/Mitja Mavsar, Co-Founder of Speech Blubs

Speech Blubs caught my attention, and my young son’s because instead of abstract graphics or images the program featured real children modeling speech. I thought…

Amy Nielsen

Feb 12, 2022

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How to Nurture Play Skills in Children with Autism

When your child receives a diagnosis, it’s important to learn how to play with an autistic child. Ask a play therapist how to make playtime…

Robert McKenzie

Feb 10, 2022

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Developmental Regression in Toddlers - What Can I Do?

As a parent, it is extremely frustrating to see your child stop progressing in their social, physical, speech, and language development. Normally, when a child’s…

Liz Talton

Feb 10, 2022

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): An All-in-One Guide

The term autism is not what it once was. “Autism” originally described a severe set of schizophrenia symptoms in 1911 by a German psychiatrist named…

Liz Talton

Feb 7, 2022

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Autism Awareness Month: Spreading the Word

Let’s take a closer look at autism spectrum disorder by: Giving a brief history of the developmental disorder; Defining ASD; Listing the characteristics of ASD;…

Robert McKenzie

Feb 7, 2022

My son was diagnosed with bilateral hearing loss in both ears last year, and after his surgery, Speech Blubs is the best app to get him on track with kids his age.

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5 Management Tips for Oral Stimming

Oral sensitivities are also known as oral stimming. A child ‘stims’ as a way of regulating emotions or when he or she is under or…

Liz Talton

Feb 7, 2022

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What is Deep Pressure Therapy for Kids with Autism?

To help alleviate meltdowns and calm children with sensory issues and autism, deep pressure stimulation is used. Deep pressure stimulation is also known as ‘deep…

Liz Talton

Feb 7, 2022

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5 Tips for Disciplining a Child with Autism

Disciplining a child on the autism spectrum is even more difficult than normal. What you thought you knew about disciplining a child with traditional methods…

Liz Talton

Feb 6, 2022

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6 Steps To Solve And Change Misbehavior In Children With Autism

Discipling a child with autism takes more patience and a completely different approach. Many children with autism are unable to regulate their emotions and struggle…

Liz Talton

Feb 6, 2022

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Is Autism Hereditary? Speech Therapist's Experience

If you are reading this blog, I assume that you know what autism spectrum disorder entails. Autism spectrum disorder is a condition related to brain…

Stacie Bennett

Feb 4, 2022

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Creative & Imaginative Play Activities for Autistic Kids that Improve Speech

Canadian non-profit organization The Hanen Centre says that pretend play has positive results on autistic kids’ speech. To learn more about autism, check out Speech…

Amy Nielsen

Feb 4, 2022