Bathroom Routine Visual Schedule for Autism

Bathroom Routine Visual Schedule for Autism

We have a routine and visual schedule for practically everything. And I do mean just about everything. That includes all sorts of activities, meals, the general day, specific times of the day and yes- you guessed it, we have a bathroom routine visual schedule. When my daughter was younger, these visual schedules helped us out so much. And it’s still become such a part of her routine, that we continue to utilize them.  What to Include in a Bathroom Routine Visual Schedule Well this really depends on your goals! Since this isn’t a general personal hygiene schedule or personal hygiene routine, we broke it down into steps. And yes, I mean we really broke it down into steps. If you want to go more detailed…

Keeping Your Home Clean When You Have a Family Pet

A family pet can be a fantastic addition to the family. They can become like another family member that everyone loves. However, pets can also be messy. They can shed their fur, and they can bring mud and debris from inside. And that’s before you take into account the ones that drool or track litter around the house. If you have a family pet or you’re thinking of getting one, you need to know how you can keep your home clean. Let’s take a look at some tips that you might find useful to help you keep your home tidy. Pay Attention to the Floors The floors of your home are often the first thing that you will notice if you have pets. Fur can…

Not Happy In Your Home? Try This

Not Happy In Your Home? Try This

As a mom, you can eventually get to the point where you’re not happy in your home. No matter what you do, you just can’t enjoy the time you spend inside your four walls and want to escape.  Usually, though, there’s nothing intrinsically wrong with your house. It’s just the environment – and that’s something that you can change.  If you’re a mom and you’re not feeling happy in your home, take a look at these fixes.  Bring More Plants Into Your Interiors Pixabay – CC0 License Sometimes interiors can look stark and unwelcoming. The combination of paint and cheap furniture can leave you feeling a little unloved.  Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be this way. Just adding a few plants here and there can…

Keeping The Kids Entertained Indoors

Keeping The Kids Entertained Indoors

During lockdown, the kids are in the mood to have as much fun as possible. The problem? Well, you can’t go out to many places given that they’re all shut due to the pandemic. Kids get restless when they’re stuck inside, so you need to do all you can to entertain your little ones. We’ve got some fab suggestions for curbing the chaos and making the most of lockdown, so let’s take a look! Image source: Pexels Cook Together. You can get creative with the kids this lockdown and cook up a storm. Get their input for meal batch-cooking ideas, and get the freezer stocked up. You could even go for baking their favorite biscuits and cookies, and find a recipe for a great chocolate…

Creating an Outdoor Play Space

Creating an Outdoor Play Space

Image credit Pexels As much as you love your kids, sometimes your house can feel just a bit too closed in for comfort. It’s hard to get on with anything – whether it’s work, domestic tasks, or even your own relaxing – with them running about under your feet and generally causing mayhem. At times like this, you may be desperate for a great outdoor space where you can let your kids play safely and cut loose without stampeding all over the house! Now, if you’re lucky enough to have a big garden, this problem may be solved already. But what if your only outdoor space is a tiny yard or even a driveway, with nothing but concrete and boring walls on all sides? Well,…

Here Are The Ways Your Home Could Be Costing You A Fortune

Here Are The Ways Your Home Could Be Costing You A Fortune

Are you wondering why your home bills are so high? It could be due to the fact that there are issues in your property that you need to take care of. Here are some of the problems that could mean your home costs you an absolute fortune.  Pexels Source CCO License Leaks  If you find that you’re using more water than usual and there have been no changes to lifestyle habits, it makes sense to assume that there’s a leak somewhere in your property. Even a pinhole leak can cause you to lose a lot of water over time. The best way to deal with this issue is to make sure that you are getting your home tested for leaks. Leaks can be difficult to…