With school coming to a close and the fancy-free days of summer in front of you, it's the perfect time of year to take a family vacation, including with kids with autism.
When you have a child on the spectrum,...
When a child is diagnosed with autism, parents may feel unsure about the path ahead. Here is the perspective of three moms that are also employees at BlueSprig Pediatrics, Alicia, Natalie and Sara. They all have kids with autism...
An early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and treatment are significantly important for the development of a child’s brain in the early years of their life. According to the CDC, the brain will continue to develop and change...
A child's birthday party can be a magical experience and create memories that last a lifetime. While most families want to include their children in the typical birthday traditions of balloons, singing and gathering, for children with autism, birthday...
Perfect for Easter baskets, the holidays or birthdays, these are great sensory friendly gift ideas!
Finding sensory friendly gifts for kids with Autism or ADHD can be tricky. These products are geared for those on the autism spectrum, including kids...
All the signs are there. My son very likely has autism. But I am in denial.
Being an educator, I have worked with kids of all learning levels and learning needs over the years. As a mom, I acknowledge...
The holidays are upon us and it’s time to get your shopping lists ready. BlueSprig Pediatrics, a national provider of ABA therapy for children with autism, knows that for gift-givers of cherished children with autism, finding the perfect little...
For families with Autism Spectrum Disorder children, the holidays can be a complicated time. For many, the idea of gathering with friends and family is a welcome one, but they may worry about ensuring gatherings are comfortable for their...
An early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and treatment are significantly important for the development of a child’s brain in the early years of their life. According to the CDC, the brain will continue to develop and change...
As Autism Acceptance and Awareness Month draws to a close, BlueSprig Pediatrics spoke with three of their employees, Alicia, Natalie and Sara who all have kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to find out what they wanted their friends...
April is Autism Awareness month and social media star Cory Singer is an inspirational autism advocate that uses his music and personal insights about having autism himself to show that anything is possible, no matter the disability.
Cory Singer has...
We all know that the holidays can be a chaotic time for everyone. Add in 20 months of a global pandemic, a slew of new rules which have altered how we travel and being a family who has a...
NICU Mama isn’t typically on the list of things you expect while you are expecting, unless you are a veteran NICU Mama. After our first-born baby girl made her grand entrance at a mere 25 weeks, we had different...
The loneliness and heaviness of Motherhood can sink in when you least suspect it.
I recently had conversations with some mom friends. The conversations took place on separate days and the friends were in different circles, but the vibe I...
It’s the Holiday season again. The time where we find the most perfect gifts for each other, bake and cook way too much food and get to see the Christmas spirit in our children’s eyes. Except for some of...
Autism-Friendly Places to Visit in Central Florida
We wholeheartedly believe that acceptance creates a world in which we all are connected. Those in the the disability community deserve to feel connected...
