“These clothes are itchy and they feel weird…” “I can’t handle the smell of the food you are cooking…” “This food is disgusting…” “I hate going to the mall, it is too loud and there are too many people…” “Ahh, I can’t handle this!” Sound familiar? When your child with sensory processing disorder becomes a […]
Instantly Reconnect the Next Time Your Child Makes a Mistake (No Matter How Big It Is)
In our house, we are slightly obsessed with fidgets. So much so that we run a small online fidget store out of our basement. A few months ago we were running inventory on our coveted fidget cubes. But something seemed off. The boxes seemed lighter than normal. As we peeked inside box #1, we saw […]
8 Must Know Tips for Successful Sensory-Friendly Potty Training
When my son was two, I was done with diapers. I was done changing diapers and done making sure I had enough diapers in all the places where I would need them. And I was definitely done with purchasing diapers. I could not wait to potty train him. Unfortunately, he didn’t feel the same way. […]
12 Apps for Special Needs Children that Prove Technology Isn’t All Bad
Inside: Technology gets a bad rap these days, but it isn’t all bad… These 12 apps for special needs children are game-changers for children with special needs and their parents! I can still see his face. It’s been over 20 years, but I’ll never forget the golden brown hair that straggled across his forehead and the […]
Let’s stop blaming bad parenting for everything that is wrong with the world…
It’s so easy to look at the kid that doesn’t sit still, the kid that doesn’t pay attention, the kid that fights and argues with everything. The kid that refuses to follow directions, and see a kid that IS BAD or JUST NEEDS FIRMER LIMITS or HAS INATTENTIVE PARENTS. It’s so easy to look at […]
Struggling with Sibling Rivalry? Try these 5 Simple Bonding Exercises
(Inside: Discover 5 bonding exercises you can try today to handle sibling rivalry even if your kids fight like cats and dogs.) “Mom… he touched me.” “Eli… get out of my room!” “Mom… he won’t play with me.” “I’m telling mom!” Ugh… the constant back and forth and arguing matches wear on your every nerve. […]
The photos you forgot to take with your kids- and why you should
Inside: Learn the biggest mistake most parents make when taking pictures of kids. Plus, learn how to start taking better photos of your kids today. I grew up with a camera in my face. And not just during the birthdays, holidays, and special events. That’s when cameras usually come off the dusty shelves in hopes […]
Ignoring Self-Care Put Me in the Hospital… This is What I’m Doing Differently.
This mom gig is not for the faint of heart. It’s so incredibly challenging for us to get it all done: laundry, meal prep, spending time with our kids, spending time with our spouse, cleaning the house, racing off to after-school activities, work, and taking care of myself. And if you’re a special needs mom […]
Life-Changing Steps to Reconnect After Yelling at Your Kids
I took my deep breaths. I offered his sensory tools. I tried all of my calming phrases. Nothing seemed to be working. I wasn’t on the top of my game. My head was pounding and I needed to eat. He just kept pushing every button that I had. Finally, I snapped. I lost my cool, […]