Parenting

Salad with sliced avocado, radishes, and seeds being held by hands. 0

Self-Advocating While on a Special Diet

Discover Restaurants Serving Your Special Diet Needs Unsure where to find food that matches your diet? Modern tools like Google, Alexa, or Yelp.com can guide you straight to gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free venues using symbols that ensure safe choices. Call ahead to verify their procedures and review allergy-friendly menus online.

Two people sit on a couch, talking with one person's hand on the other's arm. 0

Use Your Words Replacing Problem Behavior with Communication

Why You Must Teach Children How to Communicate Are you struggling with challenging behavior from your special needs child? The key might be in their communication. Many kids express frustration through acting out instead of words because they can’t adequately convey their needs.

Parenting Special Needs Podcast Ep 21: The benefits of delegating your to-do list to your kids 0

Start Teaching Chores to your Kids For A Better Future!

Teach kids responsibilities: Assign age-appropriate chores, like sorting toys or setting tables for toddlers, sweeping floors for preschoolers, and folding laundry for school-age kids. Start with a visual chore chart to keep track of their progress, reinforcing the idea that they’re important family members helping out.

Podcast cover for Peaceful Fruits featuring Evan Delahanty. 0

Peaceful Fruits: Paving The Way for Socially Good Partnerships

Make snack time purposeful with Peaceful Fruits. This dynamic team empowers adults with disabilities, crafting delicious fruit snacks that nourish bodies and minds alike. Discover how their mission transforms lives while delighting taste buds—one guilt-free bite at a time. Embrace the flavor of corporate social responsibility!

Podcast graphic for "How to run the special needs marathon with no training" with a silhouette of a runner 0

How to Run the Special Needs Marathon with no Training

How Raising My Child with Autism is Like Running a Marathon Running a marathon and raising a child on the autism spectrum share surprising similarities: endless miles, unpredictable weather, cheering crowds at milestones—but also unexpected obstacles we never saw coming. Adriene Fern knows this all too well.

Start the New School Year on the Right Foot! 0

Start the New School Year on the Right Foot!

Starting School Strong Navigating the first day of school can feel overwhelming, especially if your child has special needs. Take time before September to explain their schedule and therapies clearly. Prepare necessary paperwork in advance, keep a log of all appointments, and familiarize yourself with any new terms they’ll encounter.

A manta ray swims in deep blue water toward the surface. 0

Mommy’s Timeout: Philippines

Between therapy appointments and daily routines, finding a moment to breathe feels impossible. Try visualization meditation or relaxing techniques to reset. Even five minutes of calm can help you feel refreshed today.

Colorful figures sit around a table with puzzle pieces scattered on the surface. 0

Calm Your Nerves – Know What To Expect At An IEP Meeting

Navigate Your Child’s IEP Meeting With Confidence Get ready! Knowing what to expect at an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting can turn anxiety into empowerment. Discover why these meetings matter, where you fit in, and how to prepare for a productive conversation with your child’s educators.

Collage of six lunch box hacks including a sandwich, peanut butter, salad, fruit skewers, and a wrap. 0

6 Lunch Box Hacks; Save Time And Effort

Easily Pack Nutritious Lunches That Tots Can Assemble Themselves Tired of the breakfast-lunch-dinner scramble? Our lunchbox hacks empower kids to prepare their own meals with six simple, creative ideas that make packing lunches effortless—even when you’re short on time.

Secret Link