Learning that your child has a diagnosis of Autism can never be easy. The range of emotions you experience is difficult to fathom. Whether it came as a shock that left you reeling, or you had an inkling and saw it coming, either way, the diagnosis will bring on a barrage of challenges.

You have probably heard the term ‘on the spectrum’ a lot but not understood what exactly it means. Professionals use it when talking about being people diagnosed with Autism or developmental delays, but how are these terms connected?

When you’re a parent and especially a first-time parent, it’s hard not to worry about your infant reaching typical milestones. We worry if they have developed motor control as expected,...