Being a neurospicy mum over 40 — autism mum

Do babies need big birthday parties?

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Do babies need big birthday parties?
River turned 3 a couple of weeks ago, and seemed to thoroughly enjoy her small and inexpensive birthday celebration with her family, but it did get me thinking about how much some people spend on such occasions, and why??

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4 Simple Tips to survive the arcade as a mum with sensory issues.

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4 Simple Tips to survive the arcade as a mum with sensory issues.
As some of you may have seen River turned 3 last weekend, and her neurotypical/naive dad decided it would be great fun for us to visit the arcade...on a very rainy Saturday...during school holidays.

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7 tips for managing sensory overwhelm this summer.

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7 tips for managing sensory overwhelm this summer.

This hot weather can be a challenge for anyone. If you are someone who struggles with sensory issues, and you also have a toddler constantly touching you and creating noise, it can become even more challenging.

Here are 7 tips to help you manage this summer.

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Can keepsakes help autistic children cope with losing a pet?

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Can keepsakes help autistic children cope with losing a pet?
Memorial keepsakes are tangible objects that serve as reminders of a lost loved one. For autistic children, these keepsakes can be particularly helpful as they provide a concrete way to remember and honour their pet.

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