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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

How to Get Peace at Night If Your Spouse is Snoring: 10 Tips

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If your spouse snores, take some comfort in the fact you’re not alone. According to the British Snoring and Sleep Apnoea Association, 41.5% of the UK adult population snore, and 58% of these are between 50-59 years of age. While you can’t personally stop your spouse from snoring, there are some suggestions you could make to them to try to rectify the situation. 1. Roll him over If your spouse tends to sleep on his back, this position can make snoring worse, as it can position his tongue towards the back of his throat, thereby blocking his airflow. Shifting your partner’s sleeping position to side sleeping is often the first line of defense recommended by health experts. 2. Sew a tennis ball into the back of your spouse’s pyjamas This will make it uncomfortable for your spouse to lie on their back, which is the position most likely to trigger snoring. Instead, the snoring partner will be forced to sleep on their side and will therefore be less likely to snore.