Autism Support at Home: Videos for Parents
Practical Ways to Support Your Autistic Child's Development
Are you looking for practical ways to support your autistic child at home?
Welcome to the Autism Support at Home Video Library by Dr. Sunil Sable. This educational resource is designed to help parents understand their child’s needs and discover simple ways to encourage communication, play, learning, emotional regulation and independence through everyday activities.
As a parent, you can play an important role in your child’s development. Small, meaningful interactions during playtime, mealtimes, family activities and daily routines can create valuable opportunities for learning.
Explore the videos below and choose the topics most relevant to your child.
Dr. Sunil Sable
Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist
Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, India
What Is Autism? Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children | Dr. Sunil Sable
In this educational video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains autism in simple language to help parents better understand their child’s development, behaviour, communication, and social interaction.
Autism Home Therapy: 10 Simple Activities Parents Can Do Every Day | Dr. Sunil Sable
Are you looking for simple autism home therapy activities that you can practise with your child every day? In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, shares 10 practical, play-based activities that parents can incorporate into everyday routines to support communication, interaction, learning, and independence.
You do not always need complicated equipment or expensive toys to create meaningful learning opportunities. Everyday play, shared activities, and predictable routines can provide opportunities for your child to practise useful developmental skills.
How to Improve Eye Contact in Autism: 5 Play-Based Activities at Home | Dr. Sunil Sable
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, shares 5 simple, play-based activities that parents can try at home to encourage shared attention, social engagement, and communication.
Eye contact develops differently in different children. Some autistic children may find direct eye contact uncomfortable or overwhelming. The goal is not to force a child to look into someone’s eyes, but to build comfortable, meaningful interaction and help the child communicate in ways that work for them.
How to Teach Your Child to Respond to Their Name | Autism Home Strategies
Does your child often seem not to respond when you call their name? Do you call your child repeatedly, but they continue playing without looking towards you or acknowledging your voice?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains practical, play-based strategies parents can use at home to encourage their child to notice their name, engage in interaction, and develop communication skills.
Autism: How to Teach Pointing and Joint Attention to Your Child at Home
Does your autistic child rarely point to interesting things, show you toys, or look towards something you are trying to share? Are you wondering how to encourage pointing, shared attention, and communication at home?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains practical, play-based strategies parents can use to encourage pointing and joint attention in autistic children.
Imitation Therapy for Autism: 7 Easy Activities Parents Can Do at Home | Dr. Sunil Sable
Does your autistic child rarely imitate your actions, gestures, sounds, or movements? Would you like to know how to encourage imitation through simple, enjoyable activities at home?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains 7 easy imitation activities for autistic children that parents can incorporate into daily play and family routines.
How to Encourage Speech in Nonverbal Autistic Children: 7 Home Strategies
Does your autistic child speak very few words or not use spoken language yet? Are you wondering how to help your child communicate and express their needs at home?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains 7 practical home strategies to encourage communication and support speech development in nonverbal or minimally speaking autistic children.
How to Teach an Autistic Child to Ask for Things & Communicate Needs | Dr. Sunil Sable
Does your autistic child pull your hand towards things, cry when they want something, or struggle to communicate their needs? Are you wondering how to teach your child to ask for food, toys, help, or favourite activities?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains practical strategies parents can use at home to help autistic children communicate their wants and needs.
How to Teach an Autistic Child to Follow Simple Instructions at Home | Dr. Sunil Sable
Does your autistic child find it difficult to follow simple instructions such as “Come here,” “Give me the ball,” “Sit down,” or “Put your toys away”? Are you wondering how to help your child understand everyday instructions without repeating yourself or becoming frustrated?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, shares practical strategies to help parents encourage understanding and cooperation through simple, play-based activities at home.
Autism Tantrums at Home: Understand Triggers and Help Your Child | Dr. Sunil Sable
Does your autistic child suddenly start crying, screaming, throwing things, or having intense meltdowns at home? Do you feel confused about what triggers these episodes and how to help your child calm down?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains how parents can understand possible triggers of distress and respond in a calm, supportive, and practical way.
How to Teach Daily Living Skills to an Autistic Child at Home | Dr. Sunil Sable
How can you help an autistic child become more independent with everyday activities? Does your child need help with brushing teeth, dressing, washing hands, eating, or putting toys away?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, shares practical strategies parents can use at home to teach daily living skills to autistic children.
Autism and Sleep Problems: Why Your Child Won't Sleep & What Parents Can Do
Does your autistic child take hours to fall asleep, wake up repeatedly during the night, or wake up very early in the morning? Does your child resist bedtime, become restless at night, or seem tired during the day?
Sleep difficulties can affect autistic children and their families. In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains possible reasons for sleep problems in autism and practical strategies parents can try at home.
Autism Sensory Issues: Why Children Cover Ears, Hate Clothes & Avoid Crowds
Does your autistic child cover their ears when they hear loud sounds, refuse certain clothes, or become distressed in crowded places? These reactions may be related to sensory processing differences that can affect how a child experiences everyday sounds, touch, lights, smells, and movement.
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains autism sensory issues and shares practical strategies to help parents understand their child’s sensory needs.
Toilet Training in Autism: What to Do When Your Child Refuses the Toilet
Is your autistic child afraid of the toilet, refusing to sit on it, hiding when they need to pass stool, or having frequent toilet accidents? Are you wondering how to start toilet training without creating stress or fear?
In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains practical strategies to help parents approach toilet training in autistic children with patience, consistency, and understanding.
Autism and Picky Eating: Help Your Child Eat More Foods | Dr. Sunil Sable
Does your autistic child eat only a few foods? Does your child refuse vegetables, fruits, or unfamiliar foods, insist on eating the same meals every day, or become upset when you introduce something new?
Picky eating can be challenging for families of autistic children. In this video, Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist in Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra, explains possible reasons for food selectivity and shares practical strategies parents can try at home.
Autism Books by Dr. Sunil Sable
Practical, parent-friendly guides to help families understand autism and support their child.
Covering early signs, behaviour, sensory needs, communication, learning, treatment and independence.
Written by Dr. Sunil Sable, Pediatric Neurologist and Epilepsy Specialist, Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra.
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