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Aren’t you tired of seeing the same baby products everywhere? Of perfect moms commanding you to buy the last item of this brand you already know? These 8 items promise to change your routine, as they are innovative for babies and parents. And they are available online! No need to be showered or have baby ready to go to shop these.

Oral care for the dummies! The disposable tooth wipes developed by pediatrician Dr. Ray Wagner help prevent children’s tooth decay early and safely. Wrap one around your finger and gently wipe baby’s teeth. They are naturally flavored (apple or grape) and individually wrapped for your convenience. Can even relieve teething if placed in the fridge 30 minutes prior to use.

Unlike most play dough, this one comes in different colors and resistances from xx-soft to x-firm, letting babies figure out which one works best for them or progress from one to the other. This is a 6 different recipes pack and you don’t have to make any single one of them at home! Tan is xx-soft, yellow is x-soft, red is soft, green is medium, blue is firm, and black is x-firm.

Color My Bath non-toxic tablets fizz releasing color when dropped in your child’s bath. The innovative thing here is that they are all natural, non-staining and eco friendly, as they are made of food grade coloring, soap and perfume free.

Serving also as teethers, safety toothbrushes introduce baby to oral hygiene softly, so that they won’t be scared when time comes to do this regularly. They can play with these first quality items by themselves as they are big enough not to be pushed too far. Let them explore!

“Beyond the pacifier” is what they say. This high end bumpy, round teether offers a fun mouth exercise for little ones without latex, lead, BPA, PVC and phthalates. Meanwhile, the little stem of the Q encourages side chewing and the big size of the item keeps mouth open for sound play. Plus it makes a cool bracelet.

Oddballs are the coolest toys of this list. No boring squares and triangles here, these 4 unique sensory balls have modern graphics and gorgeous colors that even adults love. AND a portion of each sale goes to Free The Children. This non-profit “carries the power of WE globally, empowering communities to lift themselves out of poverty through [their] holistic, sustainable international development model, Adopt a Village.”

Full disclosure: the Turbo Bubble Blower is not the toy that will teach baby to blow. But isn’t it nice to play with a frustration free toy for once? Just pull the trigger and thousands of bubbles will pop up in the air, stimulating baby’s visual sensory development.

Water flutes are also frustration free. No need to place fingers in the right spot, just fill them with various amounts of water and blow to hear beautiful music during bath time. Plus, instructions are included so mommy doesn’t have to figure this all out by herself 😉

Change is difficult for children on the autism spectrum, and starting school is no exception. Begin to introduce your autistic child to the idea of school weeks before the first day. Here is how.

Any introduction to the new routine will make your child’s life (and yours) easier when it comes time to drop them off at school. You can do this by introducing in advance his or her uniform, the route to and from school, the book bag, lunch containers, and any other special tools they’ll need for the classroom or to get through the day.

You can also prepare by getting your child used to the contents of his or her schoolbag. Here are five items you may want to pack in their book bag that will help them in their independence, communication, and feelings of comfort throughout the school day.

1. A Chewy Tube

Chewy Tubes are absolute essentials for any child having chewing or biting issues. They can be put around their neck or on top of a pen for easy access.

2. A Recessed Lid Cup

This lunchtime essential can help your child drink easily and neatly while you’re not there to help.

3. A 3-inch Time Timer

This portable version of the famous Time Timer will help your child manage his or her time in the classroom thanks to visual cues.

4. Pencil Grips

It’s going to be hard to go back to handwriting after a whole summer of fun! A good pencil grip will make the difference. Many different types exist. There must be one suited to your child’s needs.

5. A Tangle Jr. Textured

This tiny sensory toy can easily fit in your child’s bag and serve as a stress reliever during class.

Don’t forget: Have your child practice eating from the school box and trying on the uniform, and do your best to instill the new routine as early as possible. Familiarity with all that the new routine will entail is essential in school success.

Label each item in the book bag so your child feels better organized and at ease throughout the day. And use a laminated tag on the book bag that lists every item he or she needs to pack that day. This will help them to become more independent and comfortable with dealing with the unpacking and packing up of the bag while in the classroom, away from your watchful eye.

As for yourself, the parent: try to relax. Know that you’ve prepared your child for success. Use the time while they’re at school to meditate and focus on yourself. Stay centered so that up on their return, you’re refreshed and ready to focus on your child’s needs once again.

Did you find this article useful? What else would you put in your autistic child’s school bag?

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