Halloween can sometimes be a challenge when you have a child who has autism and sensory-challenges; many of the typical Halloween costumes involve scratchy velcro and uncomfortable masks that simply won’t work. Luckily, there are…
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DIY Relaxing Pillow Spray for Kids with Autism/ADHD/ADD
Ever wonder why at the end of the day, when your kids should be beyond tired, they still can’t settle down or easily fall asleep? Moms with kids with Autism or ADHD / ADD can…
How a Gluten-Free / Casein-Free Diet Helped My Son with Autism
This is a guest post from Dave Borden of I’m Simply a Dad. Food is medicine. This phrase is used quite frequently across the internet, and there is a good reason. It’s because it really is…
To the Exhausted Mom who is Running on Empty
Dear Tired Mom, Life can throw a lot at you at once. You’re better than you think you are at weathering it all, but sometimes it’s all too much and you feel like you’re pushed…
Calming Homemade Bubble Bath with Essential Oils
Looking for a gentle way to help your kids relax before bedtime? This Calming Homemade Bubble Bath has simple natural ingredients, including 2 relaxing essential oils that can be helpful for soothing and calming children…
To the Autism Mom who is Losing Hope
Dear Autism Mom, You’re tired. You have worked so hard to help your child and it doesn’t seem to be enough. Will it EVER be enough? You would do just about anything to help her…
Here’s What You Should Know About Your Child’s Autism Diagnosis
Dear Mom (and Dad), Your child was just diagnosed with autism and you’re overwhelmed. You might have spent hours or even days in hopes of getting answers but somehow you have more questions now than…
DIY Focus Essential Oil Blend
Kids can have a hard time focusing at school and that’s normal. Sometimes school is just long and can be boring. Or maybe it’s over their head. It’s also possible your child may have ADD,…
Sensory Activities for Kids: Colorful Rainbow Gak
Kids will love this super colorful rainbow gak! This simple, colorful rainbow gak recipe is easy enough for tweens and teens to make on their own, and the bright colors produce impressive results. With just…
Fluffy Dish Soap “Slime” (Borax Free)
There are many ways to make slime, but a lot of slime recipes, including laundry starch slime, Borax slime, and slime made with contact solution, all contain Boron, which is a mineral that may be…
5 Tips for Helping Dads Accept Autism
This is a guest post from Dave Borden of I’m Simply a Dad. There are very few things in life that will cause more heartache than learning your child has autism. We only want the…
How to Make Glitter Glue Slime
Are your kids into slime? My kids cannot get enough of stretchy, glittery, happy slime. In this version, we used glitter glue to transform a basic slime recipe into a colorful, glittery mass of fun…
3 Secrets for a Successful IEP Meeting with Your Child’s School
My son, Nathan, has high functioning autism. He’s finishing 8th grade and starting high school next fall. And, no, I’m NOT ready! He has an IEP with his school and last week, I attended an…
17 Things Autism Moms Want You to Know About IEPs and Your Child
An IEP can be very helpful and open doors for your child. When you have an Individualized Education Program in place and a team of school staff who are willing to make the plan work,…
“Calm and Collected”: the DIY Essential Oil Blend for Kids with Autism
Children who have autism sometimes (often) get stressed over things that seem so simple to the outside world. When it’s your child, you may know what “triggers” them, but those outbursts or “rages” (as my…