Autism Live: Getting back on track when your child's routine falls apart

Is September throwing your child's routine completely off? New schedules, school demands, homework and bedtime battles can leave everyone feeling overwhelmed.

This week on Parent to Parent, we're talking about how to reset when routines fall apart—without blame, guilt, or turning every day into a battle.

You haven't failed. Sometimes, you just need a new plan.

00:00 – Welcome to Autism Live & 16 Years of the Show

03:22 – All Ghouls Gala & ACT Today Grant Applications

09:32 – ACT Today Grant Program Video

12:09 – When Your Child's Routine Falls Apart

14:39 – Morning Routine Reset Strategies

18:20 – Why Visual Schedules Matter

23:10 – Preparing the Night Before

27:12 – Making Mornings Fun and Motivating

32:06 – Rebuilding Sleep and Bedtime Routines

41:31 – Overcoming Homework Resistance

49:14 – Using Technology to Support Homework

52:00 – Managing Unexpected Schedule Changes

56:17 – Helping Children Transition Between Activities

59:09 – When to Hold the Line and When to Adapt

1:03:14 – Building Independence and Giving Yourself a Reset

1:07:37 – Next Week's Show & Closing Remarks

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