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Can anyone give me some ideas. My nine year old daughter who has ASD, and Developmental Delay , is fast approaching puberty, and has really started to develop over the last 6 months. I have been looking for literature that can explain what is happening to her body, and also prepare her for what lies ahead! The books need to be fairly basic as she is only just starting to read. Most of her school reading books have PECS symbols, which she can understand better. Have been in contact with the NAS who have given me some advice, but are unable to recommend any specific books. Would love to hear from parents in the same boat!

Hi Snowdon Thank you for your reply. I tend to agree with you that it could be a sensory issue, have tried to get her to have a shower instead but wont even consider it (doesnt like water over her head - hair washing a nightmare). Fingers crossed that, in time, will change for the better.

Hi Selsey The tantrums start when she hears the water running in the bath, possibly a sensory issue? Showers are a definite 'no no'. Because she also has learning difficulties, cannot explain what it is she doesnt like about the bath - hadnt thought about the spider issue, so will try and discuss the issue with her. Many thanks.

Hi, have recently joined as a new member and am having problems with my 9 year old daughter, who has ASD and global developmental delay, concerning bath time. She gets very stressed beforehand, and starts talking about 'not having a bath' as soon as she gets in from school. We have tears, tantrums, screaming, and when we finally get her in she wants to get back out straight away! She also stays in a bad mood when she gets out for the rest of the evening. Would really welcome any advice/help from someone who has faced the same difficulties, as this is starting to get the whole family 'down'.