Aut2Grow

25/12/2025

19/12/2025

Holiday meals and routines can be overwhelming for autistic children, especially during busy festive periods. Familiar foods, calm spaces, and gentle, pressure free exposure help children feel safe, supported, and regulated. Small adjustments make a big difference, because comfort, safety, and confidence always come first.

04/12/2025

🌟 Proud Moment Alert! 🌟

One of our amazing superstars took to the stage and absolutely shined at his piano concert! 🎹✨

We are so incredibly proud of his hard work, confidence, and musical growth. Watching him perform with such joy and focus reminds us why we celebrate every achievement — big and small.

Keep shining, little maestro. The world is your stage! 💛🌟

27/11/2025

🌟Meltdown or Shutdown?

When an autistic person is overwhelmed, their brain may react by melting down or shutting down. It’s not misbehaviour — it’s a coping response. With understanding, patience, and a calm space, we can help them feel safe and recover.

20/11/2025

Understanding meltdowns with no obvious trigger can make all the difference. 💜

This infographic created by The Contented Child, Child Wellbeing Consultancy explains how internal overload builds quietly and why a child may reach their limit long after the stressful moment has passed.

Meltdowns that seem to come from nowhere often have deeper roots. A child may have been managing sensory input emotions, expectations, masking and big feelings for hours. When we recognise meltdowns as part of a sensory and emotional cycle we can respond with compassion connection and nervous system support instead of punishment or confusion.

You can learn more by exploring the Timeline of a Meltdown and other resources created by The Contented Child. 🌿

14/11/2025