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Sensory-Friendly Halloween Costumes for Kids with Autism

October 4, 2018 by Erika Leave a Comment

Halloween can 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 some…

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Filed Under: Autism, Halloween, Parenting Tagged With: autism, Halloween, sensory-friendly

DIY Relaxing Pillow Spray for Kids with Autism/ADHD/ADD

August 22, 2018 by Maura Leave a Comment

homemade relaxing pillow spray for kids with essential oils

Erika Bragdon is a Certified Essential Oil Coach from the Essential Oil Institute  Ever wonder why at the end of the day, when your kids should be beyond tired, they still can’t settle down or…

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Filed Under: Essential Oils, Natural Ideas, Natural Living Tagged With: autism, DIY, essential oils, homemade, relax

How a Gluten-Free / Casein-Free Diet Helped My Son with Autism

June 22, 2018 by Erika Leave a Comment

How a Gluten-Free Casein-Free Diet Can Help Your Child who has 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…

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Filed Under: Natural Ideas Tagged With: autism, food, GFCF, guest post

To the Exhausted Mom who is Running on Empty

June 18, 2018 by Erika 2 Comments

Your family needs you to be okay. If you're not okay, they won't be either. - Erika Bragdon

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…

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Filed Under: Autism Moms Corner, Caring for Yourself, Parenting Tagged With: autism, moms, motherhood

Calming Homemade Bubble Bath with Essential Oils

April 26, 2018 by Maura 3 Comments

calming homemade bubble bath recipe

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…

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Filed Under: Essential Oils, Natural Homemade Ideas, Natural Ideas Tagged With: autism, essential oils, homemade, kids, lavender

To the Autism Mom who is Losing Hope

November 16, 2017 by Erika 3 Comments

To the autism mom who is losing hope...you're exhausted and discouraged and so badly want your child to be okay. Read this for some inspiration from another autism mom who understands, plus 10 things to remember when you're in survival mode.

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…

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Filed Under: Autism, Autism Moms Corner Tagged With: autism, dear mom

Here’s What You Should Know About Your Child’s Autism Diagnosis

October 6, 2017 by Erika Leave a Comment

Has your child recently received an autism diagnosis? You're not alone. Here are a few things you should know as you start this journey. If you're overwhelmed, emotional, and unsure of what to do next, this must-read support for autism moms will help.

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…

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Filed Under: Autism, Autism Moms Corner Tagged With: autism

DIY Focus Essential Oil Blend

September 7, 2017 by Erika 2 Comments

This simple DIY "Focus" essential oil blend has done wonders for helping my kids focus, concentrate and not stress during school. I'm pretty sure their teachers love it too! This is all-natural and easy to make, plus it's great for ADD, ADHD, and autism.

Erika Bragdon is a Certified Essential Oil Coach from the Essential Oil Institute  Kids can have a hard time focusing at school and that’s normal. Sometimes school is just long and can be boring. Or…

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Filed Under: Back to School, Essential Oils, Natural Ideas, Solutions Tagged With: autism, back to school, essential oils, focus

Sensory Activities for Kids: Colorful Rainbow Gak

August 8, 2017 by Brenda P Leave a Comment

This colorful rainbow gak recipe is so bright and vibrant and makes for a perfect sensory activity that kids will love!

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…

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Filed Under: Activities for Kids, Playdough and Slime, Sensory Activities Tagged With: autism, slime

Fluffy Dish Soap “Slime” (Borax Free)

August 1, 2017 by Brenda P 28 Comments

This borax-free dish soap slime is made with shaving cream and kids will love the fluffy texture. This fun STEM activity will keep them busy for hours!

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…

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Filed Under: Activities for Kids, Playdough and Slime Tagged With: autism, slime

5 Tips for Helping Dads Accept Autism

July 28, 2017 by Allison DeMoss

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…

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Filed Under: Autism Tagged With: autism, parenting

How to Make Glitter Glue Slime

June 6, 2017 by Brenda P 6 Comments

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…

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Filed Under: Activities for Kids, Playdough and Slime Tagged With: autism, glitter, slime, STEM activities

3 Secrets for a Successful IEP Meeting with Your Child’s School

May 18, 2017 by Erika 1 Comment

Nervous about an upcoming IEP meeting at your child's school? Here are 3 proven secrets I've learned as an autism mom that will help your meeting succeed and equip you to better advocate for your child!

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…

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Filed Under: Autism, Autism Moms Corner Tagged With: autism, IEP

17 Things Autism Moms Want You to Know About IEPs and Your Child

April 14, 2017 by Erika 2 Comments

17 tips, advice, and insight autism moms want you to know about IEPs and your child, so you can navigate the school system and help your child succeed.

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,…

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Filed Under: Autism, Autism Moms Corner Tagged With: autism, IEP

“Calm and Collected”: the DIY Essential Oil Blend for Kids with Autism

March 31, 2017 by Erika 39 Comments

This DIY essential oil blend has made an amazing difference for my autistic son. Since using these essential oils, his outbursts are drastically reduced and he’s much calmer! It also calms him quickly if he gets anxious or stressed. Highly recommend for kids with autism, ADD, ADHD, or anyone who needs calming (moms too!)

Erika Bragdon is a Certified Essential Oil Coach from the Essential Oil Institute  Children who have autism sometimes (often) get stressed over things that seem so simple to the outside world. When it’s your child,…

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Filed Under: Autism, Essential Oils, Natural Ideas Tagged With: autism, essential oils, frankincense, orange

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