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5 Best Products for Autistic Children: Weighted Blankets and Other Items

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 68 children has been identified with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism spans all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups, and is about 4 times more common among boys (1 in 42) than among girls (1 in189). Living with autism presents challenges most other families do not face. No parent is ever prepared to hear that a child is anything other than happy and healthy, and an ASD diagnosis can be particularly frightening. Fortunately, there are some products that meet the everyday needs of our kids with autism. These products can be real lifesavers, and might just give parents, caregivers and teachers a few more minutes of peace each day.   In this article, from the Dark Den and b-Calm headphones to toys and weighted blankets , we’re highlighting our five favourite products that have amazing benefits for children with autism. 1. Sensory Den and light-up accessories The Sensory Den (previously kn