Most parents complain that their teens are eating them “out of house and home”. But what if your child is a reluctant eater?
Picky Eaters: Older Kids and Teens Ideas
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Neurodivergent Brain Development
Did you know that the neurodiverse brain has a different developmental pattern than a neurotypical brain? And that impacts how and when they are ready to learn.
Help for Picky Eaters
Feeding a toddler or a very picky small child can be challenging. I have some ideas for how to make food more fun for your picky eater.
What is ARFID?
ARFID is an eating disorder that is prevalent in those with ADHD and autism. It can occur in children as young as 2 and can be very serious.
Why Swimming Lessons Should be Part of Your Summer!
Swimming is a great, healthy hobby. But I think you should put your kid in swim lessons because of what it does for your child outside the water.
Does your child need an emotional support pet?
Finding the right pet for your family can be a challenge. Finding the right pet that can also provide your child with emotional support can be harder.
Auditory Processing Disorder: How to Homeschool when they literally can’t hear what you’re saying
Auditory Processing Disorder is when a person’s brain has trouble making sense of words and sounds. Here are my tips for how to adapt your homeschooling to help a child with APD.
Finding Balance with Neurodiverse Children
For some, finding balance comes naturally. But for the person who is neurodiverse, this whole idea makes no sense. Here’s why.
Celebrating the Holidays with Sensory Kids
If your child has sensory integration disorder, the holidays aren’t so merry and way too bright! The good news is that there are ways to help your child.
8 Tips for Homeschooling When Your Child Has Autism
Autism is complicated and different people experience it very differently. But there are a few things that seem to help when homeschooling someone with Autism.
My Favorite Toys — Fidget Toys for Focus and Hand Strength
As an OT, I love the new interest in fidget toys. Not all fidget toys work for everyone and some work better than others. Here are some of my favorites.
Homeschooling Sensory Processing Disorder
Homeschooling your child with SPD takes some special planning. I have some tips on how to work sensory input into your day.