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6 Important Reasons to Celebrate an Autism Diagnosis

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I had once said that an autism diagnosis is not something that I would congratulate someone on, nor was it something I would order a cake for. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find the upside in a diagnosis. In fact, I think there’s plenty of good things that can be found after receiving a diagnosis for your child. And I’m sharing six reasons as to why you should celebrate an autism diagnosis. And if you’re wondering where to start on this journey, be sure to visit my Autism Resources and Inspiration page. How should you react to an autism diagnosis? If someone had told me to celebrate my daughter’s diagnosis, I probably would have fought the urge to punch them in the face… or…

What Are the Early Signs of Autism to Look For?

What Are the Early Signs of Autism to Look For?

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If diagnosed early, you can start therapy sooner. They key, of course, is knowing about the initial signs of autism. But just what are the early signs of autism to look for?  In recent years, more and more children in the United States and worldwide, are being diagnosed with autism. In the United States, the rate is holding steady at 1 in 44 children according to the CDC. I’m a mom to one of those children, as you know. Parenting an autistic child has not always been an easy journey. I’ve had my fair share of wins and I’ve had my fair share of moments where I was ready to just quit and be done. Getting through the initial diagnosis was an accomplishment within itself….

Personal Hygiene and Bedtime Routine Chart and Cards for Girls and Boys

Personal Hygiene and Bedtime Routine Chart and Cards for Girls and Boys

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Teaching self help skills is so important for any child and one way to do that is with visual printables for autism. For kids  on the autism spectrum this can be difficult. Many children benefit from visual schedules and routines to help. The personal hygiene chart was meant to become an integral part of creating a functional and predictable evening and bedtime routine. Having these routines in place is huge for autistic children because it helps them have more control over their environment. Using visual schedules and supports can also promote Independence in autistic children. Creating a Visual Bedtime Routine Along the same lines as my daily schedule, bathroom chart, and what to wear chart– this printable set was designed with autistic children in mind and can be…

Importance of Parenting for Literacy Rates in America

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Many parents make storytime a part of their daily routine. They’ll set aside 10 to 15 minutes to read to their child before tucking them in at night, or guide their son or daughter line by line, page by page through a simple book from a beginner’s catalog. It’s only a small obligation, but the effects are significant. Even 10 to 15 minutes can dramatically improve a child’s capacity for learning and language. The necessity of hands-on parenting for literacy rates in America has basis in scientific fact, and statistics reflect the integral role that mothers and fathers play in their child’s early education. They act as providers, of course, but they have a secondary responsibility as teachers. Whether their home curriculum involves “Clifford the…

Home Organization Room by Room

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I’m back with another post full of tips for uninspired homemakers like myself! Or maybe you are more inspired than me and just want to get some organization tips. Whatever the case may be, welcome 🙂 Today’s post is all about home organization room by room. This can be something that you can start while you’re decluttering room by room or it can be a completely different task. It’s really up to you. But once you start home organization room by room, it just might be easier to maintain a decluttering strategy room by room. Organizing room by room also helps with creating a smarter cleaning schedule so there are really a lot of benefits! How to Organize Your Home Room by Room Bathroom(s) One…

The Importance of Hobbies for Stay at Home Moms

The Importance of Hobbies for Stay at Home Moms

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What is your life like outside of being a mom? Have you tied your identity to just being a mom? While there’s nothing wrong with this, I would like to stress the importance of hobbies for stay at home moms.  Hobbies for Stay at Home Moms Do you have any hobbies? What about your time outside of momming? What do you do with that time? If you’re like most stay at home moms, I can already hear you saying: I don’t have time for a hobby. I don’t do anything outside of momming. I’m a mom 24/7… Dear sweet mom… I get it, I really do get it. But that needs to stop. I would challenge you, in fact, to find time for yourself every day….