In my years of working with children and families at Future Wings Clinic, I’ve realised that parents usually know when something feels different. They may not have the right words for it, but they notice small things that don’t seem to add up.
There are a few moments in a parent’s life that feel as overwhelming as hearing the words: “Your child has Autism Spectrum Disorder.” For many
How Occupational Therapy Helps Special and Neurodiverse Children Lead Self-Dependent Lives
Occupational Therapy (OT) plays a essential role in helping such kids in bridging these developmental gaps. Through planned and structured, child-centric therapies and interventions, occupational therapists support children in learning Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
Communication is not just about spoken words. It’s a beautiful interplay of gestures, expressions, and intentions that connect us with the world around us. For
Everyone remembers the movie Taare Zameen Par and the heart-wrenching journey of little Ishaan Awasthi. We cried with him, rooted for him, and sighed in
Understanding Autism: It’s a Condition, Not a Disease A common misperception regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is that it’s a disease that must be “cured.” However,
In many Indian households, there’s a common scene that plays out quietly, sometimes over years — a child isn’t sitting up yet, doesn’t walk when others their age are running around, or keeps one hand clenched in a tight little fist. Initially, it’s brushed off with comments like “sab kuch time se hota hai” or “shaant nature ka baccha hai.” But when those missed milestones stack up, when walking, holding, even simple play becomes difficult — parents are left worried, confused, and alone with a diagnosis that sounds heavy: Cerebral Palsy.
If you’ve ever seen your child melt down in a supermarket aisle, scream because you gave them the “wrong” colour cup, or cling to you
Every parent wants the best for their child-good health, vigorous growth, and a happy, confident future. So when a parent starts feeling that something is “a little different” in their child’s development, it can be emotionally heavy.
