by Tamara | May 8, 2021 | Parenting
Summer and children bring to mind fun, swimming, playing and hot weather. For those of us as parents of children with autism and ADHD, we know that providing structure and activities for our kids will help them. How can we do that during the summer? Summer camp is a...
by Tamara | May 2, 2021 | Inspiration, Parenting
The Book: “The Upside of Stress: Why Stress Is Good for You, and How to Get Good at It” (affiliate link) Author: Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D. What is it about: When we think of stress, negative thoughts come to mind. We think of the health problems stress is causing. We...
by Tamara | Mar 31, 2021 | Parenting
As parents, we have all been there. Our minds are thinking about our to-do lists, the doctor appointment tomorrow, your child’s school project, housework that needs to be completed, and more. Constantly thinking about all of those things and not being fully in the...
by Tamara | Feb 28, 2021 | Inspiration, Parenting
Being a parent is demanding and never ceasing. While it has so many rewards, the challenges of parenting can be overwhelming at times. That can lead to parental burnout. When you are a parent of a child with autism and ADHD, the risk is even greater because for many...
by Tamara | Feb 20, 2021 | Parenting
Does your child with autism enjoy sports or a specific fitness activity? Or do they want to participate in a fun physical activity and be in a supportive environment with others who accept them as they are? Then Special Olympics may be your answer. Check out these...
by Tamara | Feb 14, 2021 | Parenting
As a parent or caregiver, one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is to teach them to be a self-advocate. That is especially important for our children with autism and ADHD. They have a special set of needs and preferences, and they need to be able to speak...
