Shelter in place challenges can feel overwhelming. Watching other parents share their family coping strategies offers comfort and perspective. Try setting small, daily routines to help your household feel grounded and connected.
As a parent navigating the unique challenges of raising a child with special needs like Lane, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the changes brought on by COVID-19. The extra precautions we’re all taking might seem daunting at times, but remember you’re not alone in this journey.
Virtual Adventure Experiences: Global Tours for Kids — Adventure Facing weeks at home can feel overwhelming, especially when kids start craving excitement. But fear not — virtual adventures await! Many museums and attractions offer free, inclusive tours that spark curiosity.
Understanding Challenging Behavior Many parents wonder why their child repeats actions that seem disruptive. While behavior can look different in various family, school, or social settings, it often stems from a need to communicate feelings they can’t express another way. This perspective reminds us challenging behaviors aren’t personal attacks, but cries for help.
Elizabeth had some cookies after dinner,” I said cheerfully yesterday – a rare exception for sugar here! “But we’ll brush our teeth so tomorrow’s breakfast won’t be sweet.” She smiled wide and dashed off to snack, knowing rules still applied but with gentle flexibility. Holding flexible limits helps us manage anxiety in uncertain times.
Nurturing Your Special Needs Child’s Reading Journey Reading is a fundamental skill that opens doors to learning, independence, and joy. For children with special needs, developing strong reading abilities can be particularly rewarding—but also presents unique challenges. As you navigate this journey, remember that you are not alone!
Family Fitness Fun: Staying Active During COVID-19 Staying active as a family has turned life during the pandemic into something amazing! We’ve transformed our living room, backyard and local parks into playgrounds where the whole crew can be fit together.
Family Time During Isolation: Fun Tools to Keep Everyone Connected Staying home doesn’t mean you have to miss out on fun. Try these tech tips from BridgingApps: Make a Call: Use Zoom Cloud Meetings to connect with friends and relatives, even if they’re far away.
Finding Calm Amidst Uncertainty: Living through these unprecedented times can feel overwhelming, especially when your family has special needs. Give yourself (and your child) space to talk honestly about fears and uncertainties; reassure them that it’s okay not to be okay.
Doodling Your Way There Drawing simple pictures together with the things you’re trying to explain makes understanding stick better. I discovered this while helping my daughter remember key concepts or ideas she needed to grasp, especially when searching online just wasn’t possible.
