Christmas is right around the corner, and we’re all looking for ways to keep kids busy during our Zooming Holiday! This is part of my autism-friendly Christmas series. Christmas Sensory Activities for Kids Sensory-friendly activities …
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Tips for Planning an Autism-Friendly Christmas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Bright, colorful lights, Christmas music playing everywhere, crowds of people in all the stores, and lots and lots of holiday cheer. All of these things can either make …

How to Make a Stress Ball Out of a Balloon
Whether you’re making a stress ball for yourself, your kids, or maybe both (both here!), this is a fun craft you make with just a few supplies. Balloon stress ball craft This stress ball pairs …

Dating Someone With Autism
I am not an expert on the subject of autism by ANY stretch of the imagination, but here are a few things I would want someone to know before getting into a relationship with me. …
Christmas Sensory Activities for Kids
I’ve talked a lot about having an autism-friendly Christmas. Part of that is keeping kiddos occupied without being overstimulated, right? Right. So, let’s talk about sensory activities! They’re my favorite! I enjoy digging my hands …

How to Stop Yelling
I read a lot about anger management for moms, and I watch a lot of videos on the topic as well. I took a lot of time to learn how to stop yelling, and it …

How to Make a Calm Down Box (A.K.A. Rescue Kit for Meltdowns)
What is a calm down box? Great question! I’ve been on this kick where I’m writing a lot about Sapphire, our daughter who was diagnosed at age 9 with ADD and ODD. Diagnosed at age …

A Parent’s Guide to The Nurtured Heart Approach
My daughter, Sapphire, was diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder at age 9. She is what most would call a “difficult child”, but it’s not all the time. In fact, when she’s good, she’s GREAT! But …