🧩 NATURALISTIC INTERVENTIONS FOR INFANTS WITH AUTISM!

Exciting news for families with infants! Researchers are adapting Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs) for even younger children.

💡 What are NDBIs? These therapies build on a child's motivations and interests in natural settings, making learning fun and engaging from an early age.

✅ The Stanford 2026 Annual Autism Update highlights infant research focused on early biomarkers and NDBIs adapted for infants. Parent self-regulation strategies are also being integrated into parent-mediated models. Learning how to stay calm and regulated yourself can make a HUGE difference in how you connect with your little one!

📌 Tip: Start observing your infant's favorite activities and try to incorporate learning moments into those play times. This can be as simple as labeling objects during playtime or imitating your baby's sounds.

🔗 https://med.stanford.edu/autis....mcenter/annual-autis

What are some of your favorite ways to engage with your infant during playtime? Share your tips below! 💬