Little man is not so little, but having him safe is a must! Just because he is 43 lbs at just three years old, he needs to be in a car seat that keeps him safe and secure. When we finally found a car seat that would fit him we decided…
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How to Remove Stubborn Stains from Dishware
Having kids means there will be stains and messes frequently. Over the years, I have learned quiet a few tricks on getting stains out of clothing and furniture. One of the worst stains I have ever had to deal with it has been on dishes. My husband has a tendency…
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7 Life Skills For Teens to Learn Before Going Off to College
Parenting a teenager comes with its own set of joys and struggles. Though they can be stubborn as all get out, the reality is they are just trying to figure out the world around them. In those teenage years, they are dealing with a multitude of changes. Hormones are kicking…
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Top Reads for Parents of Autistic Children
Has your child received a recent autism diagnosis? It is hard to know which way to go through the whirlwind of new appointments and changes! There is so much to figure out after a diagnosis; searching for extra resources shouldn’t have to be one of them! So, for all my…
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Explaining Autism to Siblings in a Positive Way
Helping your other children understand autism in a positive way will help smooth their comprehension and adjustment.
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How to Carve the perfect Jackolantern | Jack o’ Lantern made Easy!
Halloween is almost here! That means it is time for pumpkin everything! That includes all those fancy Jack o’ Lanterns that you see everywhere. We love Halloween (and fall in general) around here. Little man has a complete obsession about pumpkins and Daddy is a Halloween baby. That being said,…
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Stitch Fix Clothing Subscription Box Review- October 2017
Being a mom of four children, three with autism, I do not even pretend that I have a chance to go shopping for myself. Even if I ever were to get out without any kids (hahaha!), I lack any form of style! So when I first found out about the…
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Upcycled Dinosaur Themed Toddler Bookshelf
One thing about having autistic children is getting used to the obsessions. Little man has a thing for sharks and dinosaurs. He carries around his “sharky” while playing with his vast array of t-rex toys. Thankfully, he also loves to read too. So when I found this cute little bookshelf…
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Autism Art Therapy | The benefits of art for autistic children
Art therapy has so many amazing benefits for autistic children (and adults!). Check out the benefits and some ways to incorporate this into your daily life! #autismawareness #autismparenting
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Advice for Sending your Autistic child to Preschool
Preschool is not something I ever imagined for our son. He has been attached to me since the day he was born. When we received his autism diagnosis, I wondered if I would have to home school him because of his attachment issues. We have had countless hours of therapies,…