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Our goal was to build an activity that keeps motivation high while helping a child strengthen motor skills, practice communication, and connect socially with their family.

Positive Parenting Strategies If you’ve ever told your toddler “Don’t touch that” only to watch them… touch it again? Rest assured, you’re not alone. For many young children, especially under age 3, auditory memory is short. They often remember the last few words you say. So “don’t touch that” can actually sound like “touch that” in their mind. The result? Confused looks, repeated touching, and frustration for everyone.

When “Easy” Kids Are Actually Shutting Down In the world of parenting—and even in schools and therapy—there’s an old saying: “The squeaky wheel gets the oil.” It’s true. The child whose needs are big and loud is impossible to ignore. The one who melts down at drop-off, screams at bedtime, or explodes when things don’t go their way...these kids keep us busy, worried, and looking for solutions. But what about the child who doesn’t squeak? The one who goes with the flow, never

Attention Picture this: you’ve just plopped down in your favorite comfy chair, sipping a hot cup of coffee. In the near distance, you watch your five-year-old and toddler playing dolls together. You smile to yourself and think— Yay! This day is finally here! My kids can happily play together. Mom sits down to relax with a hot cup of coffee...until... You take another sip of coffee and feel that rare moment of calm… until you see your toddler lean back, raise her open palm, an

Consent Starts in Childhood Have you ever tried to pet a cat and gotten swatted away? Most cats are experts in body autonomy. They give you clear signals about when they're open to connection—and when they’d prefer to be left alone. What if we applied the same respect to our children, even when they’re still babies?

Behaviors as Clues It’s time to don your investigator’s hat! 🕵️‍♂️🕵️‍♀️ When your child melts down over the “wrong” cup, or you snap at your partner after a long day—what’s really going on? Here’s a clue: these moments aren’t just about cups or conversations. They’re your nervous system’s way of saying “I’m not okay right now.” And the detective we need to consult is nestled deep in the brain: the amygdala.

Our kids are always watching us. Feeling us. Mirroring us. If we come at them with tension, they tense up too. If we come at them with playfulness, they’re more likely to join in. This isn’t about being a 24/7 entertainer. It’s about shifting the energy. Finding the silly. Leading with fun. Leading with joy.

The Strong-Willed Child: How to Help Them (and Your Family) Be Happy Again: Picture this: Your sweet baby has grown into a curious, confident toddler—and seemingly overnight, your once-peaceful home is now filled with power struggles. Breakfast turns into a battle. Getting dressed takes 45 minutes (with tears—maybe yours too). And everything from which cup to use to whether socks (or pants) are even necessary is up for passionate debate.

Have you ever had a fun weekend only to wake up the next day and feel "off"? Guess what? Our kids can feel the same way, especially if they have some sensory differences!

Do you notice that parents who use their language to express themselves in certain ways have children that use those ways too? The monkey-see, monkey-do effect is in full force in all we do. Let's practice kindness for ourselves, for our children, for our world.

Have you heard of the ACEs Quiz? Have you taken it? Do you want to be a cycle breaker and parent your children differently than how you were raised? If so, read this blog post to find out more.

Is your child only showing basic play skills and you're curious how to expand their skills to pretend play? If so, read on!

Does your child flip through the pages of a book so quickly that you can't even see what's on the page? This post offers you strategies.

Do you have a very active child? Have you tried pairing active singing to help them learn communication skills?

Do you feel like everyday is a struggle or battle of wills between you and your toddler? Read some tips that may change your day around!

There's a growing push-back about the long-overdue trend celebrating Autistic individuals. In my opinion, this is stemming from fear, not acceptance.

Yes, all feelings are valid, but have you considered how speaking negatively about your child, in front of your child can hurt them?

Did you know that typically developing toddlers often thrive in their social-communication skills when they are with each other?

Meet our own Amanda Rae, OTR and mom of two daughters!