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Feb 24, 2026

Thinking Aloud, Part II: Finding Our Way Back to Regulation After Rupture

Regulation isn't linear. Explore an honest look at rupture, repair, and "Thinking Aloud" strategies when both parent and child are overdrawn. Find grace at Bambino Therapy.

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Feb 14, 2026

When Help Felt Like Pressure, Thinking Aloud Changed Everything

When offering choices feels like a demand to a PDA child, what works? Read a parent's powerful reflection on symbolic communication, co-regulation, and the life-changing "thinking aloud" strategy.

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Feb 11, 2026

The Mirror Iceberg: PDA, Equalising, and the Cost of Holding It Together

Understand PDA as a nervous system survival response, not just behavior. Explore autonomy, "equalizing," and neuroaffirming care at Bambino Therapy.

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Feb 11, 2026

Reigniting the Joy in My Life

Autism burnout: A guide to rediscovering joy through mindfulness and mental health support. Essential reading for parents of neurodivergent children seeking a balanced, hopeful perspective on the therapy journey. Learn to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

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Feb 11, 2026

Emotional Dilemma after the diagnosis

Feeling lost after an autism diagnosis? Explore a parent’s honest journey from grief to advocacy, with practical steps to support your child and your mental health.

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Jan 13, 2026

When Learning Bloomed Without Being Asked | How Strewing Changed My equation with my PDA Child

Shift from demands to invitations. Learn how "strewing" supports PDA autonomy and natural learning. Discover neuroaffirming paths at Bambino Therapy.

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Jan 09, 2026

A Lesson I Learned Too Late — and Just in Time

What looks like control is often survival. Learn about PDA "equalizing" behavior and the power of repair in this neuroaffirming parenting reflection.

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Jan 07, 2026

Access with Autonomy: AAC as an Invitation, Not a Requirement

My nonspeaking son Arthur chooses AAC on his terms—no pressure, full autonomy. Inspired by Gayle Porter's wisdom, we prioritize 24/7 access for neurodivergent kids. Discover multimodal communication, trust-based listening, and why choice trumps compliance for autistic children.

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Jan 07, 2026

Listening Beyond Words: Honoring Multimodal Communication

Discover how my nonspeaking son Arthur communicates without words—through images, emotions, and shared moments. Explore fluid, multimodal communication for neurodivergent kids, beyond AAC. True listening honors autonomy.

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Jan 07, 2026

Internalised Ableism

Internalised ableism in neurodivergent families hinders authentic acceptance and support for autistic children, often rooted in societal biases and unexamined expectations. This blog explores how to recognise and dismantle these patterns to foster true neurodiversity-affirming parenting, communication and therapy approaches at Bambino Therapy.

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Jan 07, 2026

Parenting Styles

Discover 4 key parenting styles—authoritarian, permissive, authoritative, neglectful—and how adopting an appropriate approach helps neurodivergent children build confidence, self-regulation and emotional growth.

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Jan 06, 2026

Breaking Communication Barriers: What Arthur Taught Me About Patience and Trust

Breaking Communication Barriers: What Arthur Taught Me About Patience and Trust explores how AAC and multimodal communication can help autistic children express themselves, deepen connection and build real trust between families and therapists.

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Jan 02, 2026

Online therapy – does it work for Neurodivergent children with multiple challenges?

Online speech therapy at Bambino Therapy supports autistic and neurodivergent children through parent-led, flexible sessions that can be accessed from anywhere, including smaller cities and remote areas. Our online model empowers families with hands-on training, neurodiversity-affirming guidance and personalised strategies so children can progress at their own pace in the comfort of home.

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Jan 02, 2026

OCD and Autism in Children: Signs, Impact and How Families Can Help

Explore how OCD shows up in autistic children, how it impacts sleep, anxiety and daily life, and practical, empathetic ways families can support and seek timely psychiatric help.

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Dec 31, 2025

Loving Arthur Means

Bambino Therapy is an inclusive speech therapy clinic in Bengaluru offering neurodiversity-affirming support for autistic and neurodivergent children, focusing on functional communication, AAC, and family-centred guidance. ​ Our team partners closely with parents to honour each child’s unique rhythm, build real-world communication skills, and create safe spaces where children feel seen, regulated and authentically themselves.

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Oct 29, 2025

Understanding Apraxia of Speech in Autism: Early Assessment and Communication Strategies

Learn how apraxia of speech and autism commonly co-occur, leading to unique speech and communication challenges. Discover the importance of early screening, targeted speech therapy, and the value of alternative communication methods—empowering every child to express themselves in their own way.

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Oct 22, 2025

Managing Sibling Relationships and Conflict in Neurodivergent Families: Practical Solutions for Parents - 2

This blog intends to discuss the practical difficulties in a neurodivergent (ND) family while resolving fights, feelings of resentment. The Neurodivergent families have to deal with sibling rivalry, jealousy, happy feelings just like an...

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Oct 21, 2025

Supporting Siblings: Navigating Neurodiversity Together - 1

Siblings have a big influence on the overall development of children. They are the first play partners, role models for social interaction and provide emotional support to each other. Neurodivergent families have a huge responsibility ...

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Oct 15, 2025

Understanding Sensory Challenges in Autism: Empowering Neurodivergent Individuals Through Sensory Integration

Explore the complex sensory processing differences faced by autistic individuals, including hypersensitivity and hyposensitivity to stimuli. Learn how sensory diets, accommodations, and neurodivergent-affirming therapies help regulate the nervous system, promote calm, and support true inclusion in schools and society

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Oct 15, 2025

Co-Regulation and Self-Regulation for Parents: Building Calm and Connection with Neurodivergent Children

Discover the essential role of self-regulation and co-regulation for parents of neurodivergent children. Learn practical strategies to manage your emotions, set healthy boundaries, and foster a calm, supportive environment that helps your child thrive emotionally and behaviorally. Build a strong parent-child relationship based on empathy, patience, and emotional validation.

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Oct 15, 2025

Self-Regulation: The Foundation of Self-Advocacy for Neurodivergent Children

Explore the crucial role of self-regulation in neurodivergent children as the first step towards self-advocacy. Understand how managing emotions, behaviours, and co-regulation with supportive adults builds confidence, focus, and healthy coping strategies. Learn why embracing stimming and interoception is key to helping neurodivergent kids thrive

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Oct 15, 2025

Self-Advocacy Skills for Neurodivergent Kids: Promoting Autonomy and Inclusion

Support neurodivergent children's rights through self-advocacy development. Emphasize communication access, autonomy, and confidence-building in speech therapy to help children, including non speaking ones, speak up and thrive

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Oct 15, 2025

What is Ableism?

Building inclusive communities for neurodivergent children—Speech therapy clinic in Bangalore addressing ableism in schools and families through respectful, strengths-based approaches for autism, speech delays, and communication differences.

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