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The Autism Visuals Blog

Practical support for autism, routines and family life.

Written from our own experience as parents, and everything we've learned since, this is where we share the practical side of raising an autistic child.

Expect real advice on daily routines, easing transitions and building communication that works, alongside the visual supports that have helped our family and many others.

Sometimes the best support is simple, practical, and comes from people who've actually been there.

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Easing Transitions for Autistic Children: Strategies That Actually Help

Donna & John

Published on: 18/10/2026

Why do small changes cause such big reactions for autistic children? Explore why transitions are hard, plus tested strategies like advance warnings, timers and visual supports that make transitions calmer for the family.

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Autism Family Communication Tools: Say Less, Show More

Donna & John

Published on: 11/10/2026

Discover simple autism family communication tools that help your child understand you, and help you understand them. Includes a plain-English look at PECS and easy visual ideas you can start using at home today, no formal training needed.

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How to Introduce a Now and Next Board for Autism

Donna & John

Published on: 04/10/2026

Bought a now and next board that ended up unused? Learn how to introduce one properly, step by step, so your autistic child actually understands and uses it, plus the most common reasons it doesn't click straight away.

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Visual Support for Autism Meltdowns: What Actually Helps

Donna & John

Published on: 27/09/2026

Is it a meltdown or a tantrum, and why does the difference matter? Learn what actually triggers autism meltdowns, how to spot the warning signs early, and how visual support can help prevent and ease them before and during.

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