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.
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JR Adams
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.
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superstarcowgirl
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.
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JR Adams
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
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JR Adams
Jun 212 min read
Summer Planning
Make summer plans a breeze by following some simple tips to keep your kids on track.
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JR Adams
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.
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Tracey Hawkins
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.
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JR Adams
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...
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Tracey Hawkins
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...
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JR Adams
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...
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JR Adams
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...
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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...
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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...
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JR Adams
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...
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JR Adams
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...
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JR Adams
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...
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JR Adams
Aug 6, 20234 min read
August is "Don't be a Bully" Month — let's make it year round
August has arrived. Store aisles are filled once again with kids and their parents picking out the perfect folders, notebooks, backpacks,...
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JR Adams
Jul 21, 20233 min read
Normalizing Neurodivergence
There is no such thing as normal. But, for too long, our society operated as if there were. Finally, we are realizing how wrong and...
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Tracey Hawkins
Jan 13, 20212 min read
A Fundraising Update & Huge Thank You
A Note From Tracey: We have some exciting news to share with you as we round out 2020... Phase 1 of the THRIVE App can officially begin...
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