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Mother’s Day Gift Guide – 21 Gifts She’ll Love
Mother’s Day is a week away and odds are, you’re scrambling to find the perfect gift to put a smile on her face! No need to look any further… here are 21 fabulous gifts, both thoughtful and stylish, to show her the sweetest love and appreciation: Illuminating Body Milk by Volition Designed to work…
Back to School for an 8th Grader with Autism – Part 1
My son starts 8th grade tomorrow. Last year at this time I was worried about the transition from a comfy elementary environment to a potentially overwhelming middle school experience. However, my son felt confident and 7th grade went well. He had no negative experiences (that I know of) and his grades were excellent. What about…
Mom Manners: Etiquette Tips for the Pool and Playground
As families everywhere say goodbye to school schedules, we are primed and ready for the lazy days of summer. But before packing up our bathing suits and sand-buckets, its important to lay down a few etiquette ground rules to guarantee enjoyment and safety for all. Nothing is more upsetting than a child (or parent) not playing by the rules or disrespecting someone elses property. We have enough stress to contend with during the school year, so everyone appreciates a little extra thoughtfulness during the summer.
Tantrums verses Meltdowns in Autistic Kids
Below is an excellent description of the difference between a tantrum and a meltdown. I wanted to reprint it again to help readers remember that there's a difference and it's an important one. It's especially important when you have a child with autism. (Written by Amanda Morin) "Tantrums and sensory meltdowns are not the same…
Keep Your Kids Safe: Interview With a Survivor of Child Abuse
What can parents do to protect their children? To help answer that question, KidSafe Foundation in collaboration with Kristi Kernal of The OAASIS (Oregon Abuse Advocates & Survivors in Service) Organization in Oregon is continuing the important discussion of child sexual abuse by trusted adults in our schools.