Happy 4th!

Many of our kids are sensitive to visual or auditory overstimulation on the holiday which can make it challenging.

How can we make it as enjoyable and safe as possible if you are out at a party?

·        Be safe first! Wandering and accidents can happen with being at a party increasing the risk.

·        Make sure your child has some form of ID on them.

·        Take a picture of your child that day in case they get lost so they can be found more easily.

·        Be vigilant around pools since drowning is a leading cause of death with autism.

·        Take your child to an area to escape if they become sensory overloaded.

·        Bring headphones and other comforting items.

We’re on day 4 of 30 of our GFCF challenge- we can do it!

Here are some tips to avoid any infractions if you’re at a party:

·        If you’re at an event where you don’t know the food that’s being served, bring meals, snacks, and desserts with you.

·        The better you are prepared, the less likely for it to happen.

·        Remind people around your kids that they can’t have gluten and casein like having a peanut allergy- our friends sometimes like to give our kids treats without knowing about the diet

·        If there is an infraction, don’t sweat it.

Most importantly, enjoy the holiday with your family and DM me if you need any support!