Behavior & Development Blog
Practical guidance for everyday challenges
Hi, I’m Tiffany — a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Certified Behavioral Sleep Practitioner, and mom of three. I know parenting strategies need to work in real life, not just in theory.
Here you’ll find practical ideas related to sleep, behavior, and daily routines. Topics range from toddler bedtime struggles to supporting older children with regulation, transitions, and independence, including many families navigating autism or ADHD.
The goal is to explain what may be happening and offer approaches grounded in behavioral science that are realistic to use at home.
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Autism & Sleep Myths: What Parents Really Need to Know
If you're parenting an autistic child who struggles with sleep, you've probably heard all the myths: "They don't need much sleep," "You need to be stricter," or "Just try melatonin." The truth? Most sleep advice wasn't designed for neurodivergent brains. Learn what science actually tells us about autism and sleep, plus evidence-based strategies that honor how your child's unique brain works.
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