Category: parenting

The Elf on the Shelf – Friend or Foe?

Autism, Christmas, Elf on the Shelf, losing, Meltdown, parenting 22

We’ve had Arthur, our elf on the shelf, for the past seven years. Read how his presence in our house has changed, here!

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In Defense of Stay-At-Home Moms

Autism, behavior, Parent, parenting, Stay-At-Home Mom 60

Recently I read an article where a woman asked Stay-At-Home Moms what they did all day. At first I got defensive, but changed my mood. Read more about this, here!

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Helicopter Parenting and Special Needs Kids

Autism, Friendships, Helicopter Parenting, High-5!, IEP, parenting, Special Needs 15

My husband and I recently heard the term “Helicopter Parent.” Then we wondered if we hovered over our kids too much? Read more about this, here!

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“Is This What He Means?”

Autism, Communication, Comprehension, parenting, Sensory Issues 17

Sometimes Declan makes a perplexing statement that I am left to decipher. Read more about this, here!

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What’s Happening?

Activities, Autism, Friendships, High Functioning Autism, IEP, parenting, School 14

It’s the end of the school year – a busy time indeed!

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The “Man’s” Meal

Autism, change, parenting, perspective 23

Declan’s recent dinner request at McDonald’s made me realize a few things. Read about them, and the “no more’s,” here!

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Can you Parent “Should have” or Guilt Free?

Autism, guilt, High Functioning Autism, parenting, should, therapy 13

Can you Parent “Should have” or Guilt Free? Read more about this idea, here!

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