Community can be life-changing for families raising neurodivergent children—but many parents don’t know where to start. In this episode, Brian and autistic advocate Mandy Pinckley explore how connection reduces isolation, why online spaces matter, and how parents can build the support systems they wish existed. Whether you live in a big city or a small town, this conversation offers hope, validation, and practical encouragement.
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Dawn Barclay, author of Traveling Different, shares practical travel tips for families navigating autism, including how to reduce sensory stress, prepare with social stories, and find autism-friendly travel resources.
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month—a time to celebrate neurodiversity, reduce stigma, and promote inclusion. Discover how Arizona families can honor this month at home, in schools, and across their communities.
Arizona’s Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) offers vital support. Learn how to navigate DDD to access therapy services and resources for your child.
Discover how in-home pediatric therapy helps children with disabilities build skills in a familiar environment while giving parents practical strategies to support progress at home.
Looking for the perfect gift that’s fun and beneficial? Check out our therapeutic gift guide for children with developmental disabilities. From sensory toys that calm and engage to games that build speech, motor, and social skills, find holiday gift ideas that both kids and therapists will love!
Worried about how your child will handle the big holiday dinner? If your child has sensory issues or is a picky eater, family feasts can be tough. Learn strategies to reduce stress at holiday meals – from bringing familiar foods and making sensory-friendly dishes to prepping relatives and creating a calm eating space – so your child (and you) can enjoy the celebration.
Discover how in-home pediatric therapy helps children with disabilities build skills in a familiar environment while giving parents practical strategies to support progress at home.
At Pure Hearts Pediatric Therapy, we are dedicated to fostering your child's development through innovative and tailored approaches. One of our distinctive methods involves delivering therapy services right in the heart of your home.
From play to self-care, occupational therapists support children on the autism spectrum in building independence through everyday activities. This guide explains what OTs do and how to get the most from therapy