be calm and collected before you go over there. if you're nervous she'll more than likely pick up on your vibe. treat her as if she's just like everyone else *after all no one is to say that autism isn't normal* it will make her feel like you don't pity her and like you actually care. keep an eye on her though, autistic kids can get pretty wild at times.What advice do you have for babysitting an autistic girl?
first off, don't lable her. even if she is diagnosed as autistic, she is a child with autism, not an autistic child. (that is such a HUGE pet peeve of mine) but esspecially in this situation because it hasn't been confirmed, and who is to say she isn't just a quiet distant child. anyways say she actually does suffer from autism, its important that you offer stimulating activities, however don't force them on her. if she chooses not to partake leave it at that. talk to her parents about activities that she likes and try those with her, it is more important that you offer social interactions with her. talk with her, as many children with autism, esspecailly on the low end of the spectrum, lack social skills, and don't pick up on ques. it will help develop her speech and language skills at the very least.
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