The basic idea behind Montessori teaching is that learning should be completely child-centered. This means that, in a Montessori bedroom, everything should be safe and at kid-level to explore. Many parents choose different formats for their rooms, but every room has the same basic ideas. Setting up a Montessori room is relatively inexpensive and easy [...]
A toss up exists between working too much as a mother and not spending time with your kids. I hear about it all the time. "You work too much" or "You need to spend more time with your kid" or "I would never put my kid in daycare." Why are we so hard on and [...]
The truth is when you have a kid who isn't talking, you are beyond frustrated. You see kids his age talking and you just wish you were up to that level. But then you take a step back from this make believe world, and realize all you have is non-verbal communication. Through strategies and time, [...]
If you are anything like me that you like good deals, am I right? Amazon Prime Day is bigger and better than Black Friday, or any other SALE! This is the time to stock up on gifts for the year, especially Christmas! If you are not a member of Amazon Prime, I have some info [...]
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a great tool for autistic kids. It really helps them get the help that they need in order to be successful and learn properly. It covers so many topics, ideas, and curriculum. At first, I was scared of this program because I was still in denial about my child being [...]
I don’t like having my son watch tv or play on the iPad all day - or even simply just play with the same toys every day…. I was having a hard time finding what to do to keep him occupied, so I created a list of activities/exercises that we have enjoyed.. and they are [...]
Keeping the points from my previous post in mind, here are some things you can do to make your school experience with your child with Autism the best possible journey. Educate yourself. Before you go into your first meeting with your school, learn about your school district/division, state/province policies, procedures and beliefs around high needs [...]
Traveling is super fun, even though it can be a pain sometimes with kids. That's what makes it so amusing and memorable. I did the hardest part, for you and am sharing some great tips for you as you begin your spring and summer journeys: Important Documents in Your Car: This includes your car manual, [...]
I have had the privilege, and I mean privilege in the most sincere way possible, of working with several children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD or Autism in this post) as a special educator, a consultant and classroom teacher in my career. I say privilege, because these children taught me so much , especially about [...]
Guest Post by Lauren Cecora is a Postpartum Mentor for women who are desperately overwhelmed and overscheduled. Through her Sanity Saving Tips, free challenges, and book, she’s here to help you regain balance in your life- while making it all effortless. And when she’s not saving women’s sanity, you can find her with a bottle of [...]
