Parenting Wisdom

One of the most common questions I hear is, "How can I explain differences to my kids?" Followed up with, "Is it okay to ask questions?"  As a mom to two children with special needs (Autism and Down syndrome), I'm...

Dear New Moms, You're tired, infatuated, emotional, and so loved. The little person that you grew from a tiny cell has already given you glimpses of personality, and is now a breathing and all-consuming being showing more of themselves every...

When you have a lot of kids, like I do, people say things to you.  Sometimes they say things out of shock. Sometimes they say things because they are excited, upset, or disgusted. Sometimes they say things because they are...

As a child of the '80s and '90s, I grew up knowing almost no one with a disability. Sure, I’d see some kids with special needs at my school. But rarely did I interact with people with disabilities, nor...

"He doesn't qualify for an IEP anymore." I couldn't believe I was hearing those words. After eight years of being on a 504 Plan and an Individualized Education Program (IEP), my 7th grader who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)...

Did you know there are over 2 million podcasts currently available? If you're like me, you may find yourself throwing on a podcast while driving, cooking, or cleaning. Podcasts are a great resource for inspiration, education or just letting your...

The first text message I ever received was when I was a senior in high school. I couldn’t get this silly envelope icon to disappear from the top of my one-inch screen and it was bothering me. I ended...

If you have a child like mine who is hesitant about everything new, fall (and the changes it brings) can be one of the most stressful times of the year. When you have a cryer, you know these shifts...

At the age of 19, I found out I was pregnant. I was expecting a baby with my then boyfriend of six months, now husband of nine years. In shock and tears, I called my parents who were incredibly...

My 5-year-old son needs a new "big kid" bike for this summer. As we begin our bike shopping journey, I want to make sure that: I make a good investment on the bike I purchase for my oldest son, because...