Inside: A story of a stranger's help when she saw a child having a meltdown, and how you can support moms helping their child with challenging behavior in public. I rushed along the gravel pathway to our parked mini van. Three of my children ran ahead. I carried a flailing, screaming four ...
How 10 Seconds Can Help Your Child with ADHD Listen Better
"PUT YOUR DISHES IN THE SINK!" Yes, it is totally bad to yell at your kids. Especially over neglecting to clear their dishes from the table. I failed the Stop Yelling challenge at least 5 times today. Help! I am going crazy because I tell my kids with ADHD to do something a million times, ...
The Selfish Thing You Need to Do When Your Child’s Mental Causes a Holiday to Be Too Stressful
I haven't been able to enjoy my birthday for two years. Mother's Day celebrations are unpredictable. One of my children often sabotages special holidays especially ones that honor me. I imagined these special occasions with cheerful children tip toe'ing into my bedroom in the early ...
Homeschool Schedule for Three Year Olds with Special Needs
Your friend's three year old learns the alphabet, practices yoga, and counts to twenty in his preschool class. She beams as she talks about how preschools prepares her child for school. You wonder if days spent zooming up and down your street on the tricycle, sitting in the grocery cart ...
How to be A Light for Your Child When They Suffer in the Dark World of Intrusive Thoughts
Someone is screaming at my child. "You are stupid." "Nobody loves you." "You don't deserve this family." My child lay crumpled on the floor sobbing. I want to shove this person away, and shout, "Don't you dare hurt my child!" But I can't. This bully is my child's ...