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Neurodiversity

"Look at Me When I'm Talking to You": Why Eye Contact Is So Hard for Autistic Kids — and Why That's OK

Your autistic child isn't being rude by looking away. Learn why eye contact is genuinely hard, and real alternatives that let them listen better.

Sophie Tremblay-Benali · October 9, 2026Read more →

Neurodiversity

Sensory Sensitivity and Autism: Why the World Feels Louder, Brighter, and More for Your Child — and How to Help Them Thrive

What is sensory sensitivity in autism? Learn the signs, why the world feels overwhelming, and how affirming language and stories help autistic children thrive.

Sophie Tremblay-Benali · July 28, 2026Read more →

Posts tagged "sensory overload"

"Look at Me When I'm Talking to You": Why Eye Contact Is So Hard for Autistic Kids — and Why That's OK

Sensory Sensitivity and Autism: Why the World Feels Louder, Brighter, and More for Your Child — and How to Help Them Thrive