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Autism Family Must Haves
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Essential autism supports, sensory tools, and calming products that make daily life easier for families. These autism-friendly items can help with sensory regulation, sleep, safety, routines, and learning. Perfect for parents looking for practical to...
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Sensory Supports
 
Sleep Supports
 
Autism Family Books
 
Home and Daily Living

Sensory Supports

 
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Fidgets are a fun way to help regulate! These are some fun ones
Best Sensory Toys for Autism | Calming Tools, Fidgets & ...
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These are nice to have on hand in public spaces where the noise levels can get too loud !
Kids Noise Canceling Headphones | Water-Resistant & Safe Listening
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Noise cancelling ear plugs that are comfortable and actually work!
Loop Earplugs
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Crash pads are a great sensory tool to help kids regulate!
Crash Mat
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A fun way to help regulate!
Sensory Swing
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Such a fun way to get out some energy and regulate!
Spinning Chair
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Sometimes having a visual of the day helps to avoid meltdowns :)
Visual Schedule
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My son loves a tablet to have in the car and some at home to help him learn and play fun games!
Kids' Tablets - Walmart.com
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A fun item to have in sensory play bins!
Kinetic Sand products at Target
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A must have for bedtime routine! You can change the sounds and lights to match your bedtime and wake up routine.
Hatch : Soothers & Sound Machines - Baby
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If your child likes to chew, this is a great alternative
Chewies Necklace
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A fun seating option to have for your autistic child
Kids Bean Bag Chairs | Foam-Filled Beanbags for Relaxing
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An excellent way to help teach emotions using sensory calming bottles!
Hand2Mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles, Teacher Supplies
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A weighted blanket is a great way to get good rest and also regulate
Weighted Blankets : Kids' Blankets & Throws
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Great for teaching daily routines, emotions, or social skills in a way kids can understand
Social Emotional Baby & Toddler Books
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Makes it easier for children to see how much time is left for activities, homework, or screen time.
Visual Timer | Digital Countdown & Water-Resistant Timer
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Weighted or easy-grip utensils can make mealtime less stressful.
Adaptive Utensils for Kids & Kitchen Tools | BPA-Free & Dishwasher Safe
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Added safety for kids who may wander or elope. Peace of mind for parents.
Childproof Door Locks | Magnetic & No Screw Options
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Helps children who are sensitive to light sleep better and stay regulated.
Blackout : Kids' Curtains & Shades
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Adds comfort and helps with calming during travel.
Weighted Lap Pad(99)
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Great for movement breaks, coordination, and regulation.
Balance Boards : Toy Sports
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Reduces sensory discomfort and makes mornings ea
Seamless Socks
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Reduces sensory discomfort and makes mornings easier
Tagless : Boys' T-Shirts
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Helps with movement while sitting, great for classroom or homework time.
Wiggle Cushions
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Sleep Supports

 
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Provides full-body deep pressure input that helps with restful sleep.
Compression Bed Sheet
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Gentle, non-stimulating colors and sounds that provide comfort without interrupting sleep.
Hatch Rest 2nd generation - Night Light, Sound Machine, and Time-to-Rise
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Combines comfort with sensory input, making it a soothing bedtime buddy.
Weighted Stuffed Animals
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Autism Family Books

 
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– A strengths-based guide for understanding autism. Encouraging and practical for parents.
Updated and Expanded : A Different Way of Seeing Autism (Paperback)
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Insightful first-person account by an autistic teen, sharing what it feels like to experience the world differently.
The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy with Autism (Hardcover)
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A book written for children to help them understand their autistic peers and/or siblings. Written by a mother of an autistic child about her son.
Silas' Special Way by Steverson & Kuznetsova
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Home and Daily Living

 
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Quick way for nonverbal kids to express needs on the fridge.
Communication Magnets
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Weighted or easy-grip utensils that make mealtime easier for kids with fine motor delays.
Adaptive Utensils
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Helps kids understand routines and transitions with pictures and icons, reducing anxiety and meltdowns.
Visual Schedule
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Teaches social skills, emotions, and routines in a child-friendly way. Great for home or therapy.
Social Emotional Learning - Books
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Makes it easier for autistic kids to see time passing during homework, screen time, or transitions.
Visual Timer for Kids | Educational Tools & Digital Design
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Essential for families dealing with elopement or wandering. Gives parents peace of mind.
Door & Window Alarms
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Helps autistic kids who are sensitive to light fall asleep faster and sleep longer.
Kids Blackout Curtains
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Fun and safe way to get kids helping in the kitchen and learn basic life skills like cooking
Kid Cooking Kit
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Tagless design for sensory-sensitive kids who struggle with textures at bedtime.
Tagless : Kids' Pajamas
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