OMG, It’s crazy right now! Schools are scrambling around to create online classrooms while providing classwork to students so complete while they figure things out. All over the world, parents are teaming together and sharing resources teachers are doing the same. I feel like I’m dodging resources right and left! I must admit, it […]
It’s easy for self-care to fall to the wayside when you’re busy with work, school, and family. Money problems, in particular, can make self-care feel out of reach.
“ Mommy you said you were going to lose weight. But you haven’t.” Says Zavier
“ I have released some weight Zavier,” I replied slightly hurt for being put on blast.
“Ok, but your arms are still big (holding his hands apart) when they should be smaller (bringing his hands in closer together). You need to work out.”
As I’m listening to my 8 yr old son point out how I’m not living the lessons that I’m teaching them. I start to reflect on why do I hit weight-loss plateaus? Why am I not going to the gym?
Sugar first thing in the morning will have your child craving sugar for the rest of the day while the other ingredients are known for affecting the adversely affecting the digestive system and brain function. The cereal you grew up on is not the same cereal you feed your child.
So let's talk about what other go-to breakfast items can we give our children instead of cereal that will increase their attention in school and increase their daily intake of protein and minerals that will combat any deficiencies that may be increasing your child's diagnose.
I start to hear these weird sounds coming from Zavier’s room and I’m thinking “ What are those sounds?” So I get up and walk to his room and he is knocked out and the sounds are coming from the TV. He uses the Spotify app to play music to sleep. On the screen, it states Gibi ASMR. I remember my daughter telling me she used ASMR to sleep over the summer. But these sounds are weird and my Sci-fi mind alert goes off like the robot in Lost in Space “ Danger Will Robinson, Danger!”
Last week I talked about how I did’t want to attend Back-To-School night. Guess what happened? I decided to reach out to the teacher and explain why it was difficult to attend. She was very understanding and emailed me the Back-to-School Presentation and put all of the hand outs in my sons backpack.
What is an Individual Education Plan (IEP)? An Individual Education Plan (IEP) is a customized program designed to support students with special educational needs. It outlines specific learning goals, necessary accommodations, and services required to help a child succeed academically. This legally binding document is a crucial tool in ensuring students with disabilities receive appropriate […]
Once we get home and we’re going into the house Zavier says “ Mommy I’m going to my room so you can have time to yourself. You seemed stressed out.”
As I watch both of my boys go up the stairs I’m in awe that my little boy with Autism Spectrum Disorder who could not empathize a year ago is now honing into how I feel by my body language and tone. It’s also a moment to check in with myself because obviously my behavior indicates I’m stressed.
