Wash hands before you eat, after petting a dog, after going to the bathroom.... Read More
March 3, 2020
Posting about your child or someone else’s child is something to be cautious about. Here are some tips to think about before you post. Read More
February 24, 2020
As a rule, children, especially younger children, do not tolerate sleep deprivation well. Also children who struggle with sleep generally (some kids with autism or ADHD struggle with sleep) have a more difficult time during Daylight Savings. Poor sleep and lack of sleep can contribute to poor attention, appetite and overall mood. Read More
February 17, 2020
Keep practicing playing games and the associated social skills. Continue to model good social skills while playing games and watching sporting events. Praise your child for being kind and respectful. Point out good examples of sportsmanship. Read More
January 27, 2020
The morning routine is stressful for most families. When family members have behavioral or cognitive differences the morning routine can be harder. There is time pressure, the need to have materials gathered and a lot of transitions. Read More
January 20, 2020
Children as young as two years old can learn basic feelings like happy, sad, mad and scared. As your child masters labeling these basic emotions then you can talk about the quantity of that emotion. When we work with kids on emotions we talk about feeling a little mad or a lot sad. This is a simple way to introduce the concept of emotions having quantity. Read More