To Scold or Not to Scold?

Let’s Talk About Super Special Kids & Cake Podcast [Episode 002 / Segment: Special Q] A lot of parents ask me this question: ‘Can I scold my child?’ Whilst there is no definitive answer, I always encourage positive directives rather than telling your child off. Positive directives are where you tell your child what you […]

Autism Treatment Questions – Hours of Treatment for Your Special Needs Child

Among the most frequent autism treatment questions from parents to special educators and therapists is, “How many hours of treatment is best for my child?” Of course, the answer will vary from child to child and parent to parent, based on the particular condition and the amount of participation the parents and/or caregiver are available […]

Gimmicks!

Let’s Talk About Super Special Kids & Cake Podcast [Episode 001 / Segment: Arghh] Who remembers the fidget spinner craze that swept the nation as few months back? They were everywhere and the craze spread like wildfire! I get it, one child has one and then another child wants it too and before you know […]

Early Childhood Best Practices – Thematic Planning

I hope you’ve all had a wonderful January. January is my birthday month. I was born on January 1st on a cold frosty morning a few weeks earlier than expected. My mother, who is a doctor, was on call at the time and I was her New Year’s surprise! We were featured in local paper […]

Evidence-Based Timing of Intervention for Special Needs Children

Scientific evidence is important, but it is not the only consideration when evaluating the type and timing of intervention programs for your child. Studies of young children with language delays not associated with ASD suggest that they usually learn effectively from interventions embedded in play and natural interactions, with clear models of language forms provided […]