Developing Executive Functioning Skills in Children—Especially in Your Neurodivergent Child
Neurodivergent people may have challenges with executive functioning in areas like planning, organization, and impulse control.
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IEP Prep and Planning: Guide for Parents
The IEP process can seem daunting, but with the right preparation and planning you can reduce your anxiety and help your child thrive.
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Oct 292 min read
Neurodivergent Friendly Halloween — Make it Spooktacular for All
For neurodivergent kids, scary Halloween decorations, loud sounds and tight or scratchy costumes can be a lot to handle.
Sep 111 min read
IEP Prep and Planning: Guide for Parents
The IEP process can seem daunting, but with the right preparation and planning you can reduce your anxiety and help your child thrive.
Aug 233 min read
Reduce Back-to-School Stress
Helping kids, especially neurodivergent kids, reduce back-to-school stress involves a combination of practical preparation, emotional suppor
Aug 214 min read
Thriving in the University Universe — Tips for Neurodivergent College Students (and Their Parents)
These helpful tips will help neurodivergent students acclimate to their new college life and gain new skills for the future.
Aug 194 min read
Five Tips for Parents to Prepare for an IEP Meeting
Guest Contributor, Talisha Bond, PhD, Licensed Clinical and School Psychologist, gives an inside look into preparing for an IEP meeting.
Aug 153 min read
Back to School and Thriving — Preparing your Neurodivergent High Schooler
With the right preparation and strategies, we can help our teens navigate the transition to high school with confidence and ease.
Aug 131 min read
Back to School Guide for Parents of Neurodivergent Kids
Our Back to School guide takes you through some tips and things to consider to help your neurodivergent child thrive in the new school year.
Aug 73 min read
Back to School and Thriving — Preparing your Neurodivergent Child for Elementary School
Properly preparing your neurodivergent child for elementary school eases back to school challenges.
Aug 12 min read
The Power of Girlfriends and Recharging as We Gear Up for a New School Year
Learn how self-care and the power of girlfriends can help you recharge for the new school year.
Jul 172 min read
Neurodivergence in the Workplace
We are also seeing changes in how neurodivergent people are represented in the workplace. See why it's critical this diversity is present.
Jul 32 min read
THRIVING and Surviving Tips to prepare for the 4th of July and Fireworks
The 4th of July can be festive and fun—but it also can be scary and overwhelming. Read our tips and tricks to help your neurodivergent child
Jun 212 min read
Summer Planning
Make summer plans a breeze by following some simple tips to keep your kids on track.
Apr 153 min read
5 Myths about Autism and the Facts
People with Autism are just that—people. It’s essential to understand the common myths around autism and the truth of the matter.
Apr 53 min read
How to Support Your Child with Visual Planning for Autism, ADHD, and other Neurodivergent Conditions
Planning and scheduling do not come easy. However, with a neurodivergent child, planning and scheduling become a critical part of your day
Feb 112 min read
New Neurodivergent (Autism/ADHD) Diagnosis—What Now?
Help your neurodivergent child in their everyday life with these steps and recommended readings.
Feb 65 min read
A Lifeline of Support: The 6 Types of Friends Every Mother Needs
I am breaking down the five types of girlfriends I have in my tribe that have helped me on the hardest of days.
Dec 20, 20234 min read
Gifts for Neurodivergent Kids: Holidays and Beyond
Parents and kids alike benefit from presents that consider an individual child's preferences, sensitivities, and abilities, especially...
Dec 15, 20231 min read
Family Traditions: My Great Grandmother's Sugar Cookie Recipe
<p class="">I always looked forward to baking these cookies with my great grandmother each holiday season, and now I get to share this tr...
Dec 12, 20235 min read
Managing the Holidays for Neurodivergent Kids
Recently, we discussed how to navigate the holidays for neurodivergent family and friends, but here, we want to specifically address the...
Dec 7, 20235 min read
Holiday Help for Neurodivergent Family, Friends, and Ourselves
It’s that time of year. Do you ever feel like we have eight months of steady, regular life, and then all of a sudden, we are thrust into...
Nov 28, 20232 min read
Listening to Actual Autistic Voices Rather Than Just Other Parents
<p class="">Ironic to read the above statement via a parenting blog, but it’s the truth. As a parent of an Autistic child, I am constantl...
Nov 24, 20234 min read
Why Self-Advocacy is Critical in Neurodiversity (and for everyone)
It’s essential for every person, neurodivergent or not, to practice self-advocacy in their personal and professional life. However, if...
Nov 1, 20234 min read
Why Your School Needs a Neurodiversity Program and Tools that Support it
Neurodiversity is precisely that — diversity. While the terms neurodiversity, neurodivergent, and neurodivergence are relatively new, the...
Oct 19, 20234 min read
ADHD and Your Child
For years, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been mostly associated with children, fidgety students disrupting the...
Oct 17, 20234 min read
What is ADHD — Really? Types. Symptoms. Treatments.
Is ADHD real? Why do I hear about ADHD so much more now than before? Doesn’t ADHD go away in adulthood? How common is it? What are the...
Oct 4, 20234 min read
ADHD Awareness: Myths vs Reality
ADHD Awareness: Three Myths and What We Know Now October is Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, awareness month, and we...
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