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The Autism and Allergy Overlap

Posted on March 5, 2013 | 0 Comment

ASD and food allergy rates have risen dramatically—and they often go hand in hand… The food allergy and autism communities generally seen as separate groups have more in common than… Read more »

The Power of Fermented Foods

Posted on February 14, 2013 | 0 Comment

Beneficial bacteria support healthy digestion, the immune system, and overall health… Fermented foods are a wonderful addition to your family’s diet, especially for children with autism. Fermented foods are rich… Read more »

Parent-Powered Therapies

Posted on February 11, 2013 | 0 Comment

Do-it-yourself creativity can turn your home into an effective therapy center, saving you money and strengthening bonds with your ASD child… My ten-year-old son has been in some form of… Read more »

Life’s a Beach!

Posted on February 7, 2013 | 0 Comment

Autism parents relax, reconnect and recharge at the annual National Autism Conference Warm breezes. Cool, white powdery sand between your toes. The sound of waves and seagulls. Sipping a cool… Read more »

The Sound of Silence

Posted on February 7, 2013 | 0 Comment

Many children lose the language they have gained as autism takes hold—but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to communicate. During my son’s toddler and preschool years I read everything… Read more »

Enzymes: Breaking It All Down

Posted on January 25, 2013 | 0 Comment

Addressing digestive issues can lead to improved health for ASD kids… and you. One can judge the efficacy of a given supplement by the length of time it survives in… Read more »

The Great Outdoors

Posted on January 25, 2013 | 0 Comment

Family camping provides memorable opportunities when autism is a factor Planning a vacation can be challenging for families with a child on the autism spectrum. Instead of the usual hotel-based… Read more »

Green Home…Healthy Kids

Posted on January 22, 2013 | 0 Comment

For over a decade, I’ve been writing about harmful chemicals in our environment and how they jeopardize our children’s health and development. We have made significant strides in identifying, controlling and… Read more »

The Folate Factor

Posted on January 21, 2013 | 0 Comment

A newly discovered disorder may play a role in autism… Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) – which include autistic disorder, Asperger’s Syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) – are… Read more »

The Transition to Adulthood: Planning Ahead

Posted on January 15, 2013 | 0 Comment

When my son Jeremy reached 22, he left the auspices of the school district. Like many on the spectrum, his interests and needs were varied and he didn’t fit into… Read more »

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