10 Quick & Easy After School Snacks
My daughter eats lunch at school at 10:30 in the morning. Afternoon snacks are not given. She’s starving by the time she gets home from school
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Reinforcement: Improving Behavior One Interaction at a Time
Pediatricians and educators tell parents to “reward good behavior”, but what does that really mean? Reward is often..
4 Tips for Managing Parties and Social Gatherings this Summer
Summer might be over, but, barbecues, outdoor festivals, street parties, family get-togethers and camping out are still things we look forward to…or, if you’re the parent of an autistic child, you may be thinking it’s time for sensory blowouts
The Birthday Gift
Every year I struggled with what to do for my daughter’s birthday. Of course, my daughter starts planning
Easter Hunt Over? Now! Try Peanut Hunt!
Peanut Hunt You know how much fun last Easter’s egg hunt was? There is something about finding hidden treasures that appeals to everyone from toddlers to Indiana Jones. But, why...
Kara’s 5 Traveling Abroad Essentials
Kara’s 5 Traveling Abroad Essentials Boba Carrier: When he outgrew the infant carriers, I bought the Boba Carrier because it holds up to 45lbs. Since Sebastian is still so small,...
Upright in the Upsee: Oh, the Places We’ll Go!
“Out of my pain and desperation came the idea for the Upsee and I am delighted to see it come to fruition”. ~Debby Einatan Inventor of the Upsee Necessity, they...
When Things Get Out of Control: Managing Escalating Behavior
Liam’s grandfather needed a few things at the home improvement store and decided to take his twelve year-old grand son, Liam, along. As they were walking through the store, Liam became anxious
Sharing! Real Finds: Clean Lifestyle
Clean Lifestyle NUKE the Sponge or Dish Cloth Nuke the Sponge: We all know that sponges can be a breeding ground for bacteria. Disinfect yours every night by squeezing...
Can Your Thoughts Impact Your Child’s Behavior?
Have you ever been frustrated with your child’s behavior and found yourself thinking something like, “It really doesn’t matter what I do…
