5 Tried and True Autism Meltdown Strategies
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5 Tried and True Autism Meltdown Strategies

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As a parent of an autistic individual, meltdowns are something that we deal with. These calming strategies for autism meltdowns are ones that we have used time and time again in our household. It’s just part of life, you get used to it and develop autism meltdown strategies to help. These calming strategies have helped our family in the past and I hope that they will help your family as well. Eventually, who knows, you may even get to a point where you’re prepared enough that you can intervene with a meltdown before it becomes full blown. It’s all about timing and getting to know your child’s needs. With Sweet B there are certain things that just work and here are 5 calming strategies for…

How to Create Blended Family Rules That Everyone Can Agree On
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How to Create Blended Family Rules That Everyone Can Agree On

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When a blended family comes together, it can be difficult at first. But it doesn’t have to always be that way. Here’s how to create blended family rulesthat everyone can agree on. It didn’t take long for Kyle and I to realize what we had together. And by that, I mean that it didn’t take long for either of us to realize that we wanted each other in our lives. What once was individual futures, was now our future together. What was once the rest of my life, quickly became our lifetime together. Point being, we knew what we had from early on in our relationship. And that also meant navigating our combined lives together as a blended family. It meant setting blended family rules and…

How to Effectively Discipline an Ungrateful Child
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How to Effectively Discipline an Ungrateful Child

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Though it seems that we may live in a society and culture that encourages a sense of entitlement; as parents we can still do whatever we can to raise a child who is grateful. But, in spite of our best efforts, nearly every child (it seems) will go through an ungrateful stage. That doesn’t necessarily indicate that they will be an ungrateful child forever or grow up feeling entitled to everything. It’s just a part of life. The good news is that when it comes to disciplining these children, it CAN be done. Better yet, it’s probably easier than you think. Here are several strategies to consider when it comes to effectively disciplining an ungrateful child. 5 Ways to Effectively Discipline an Ungrateful Child and…

Time Management Tips For Kids of All Ages (From Toddlers to Teens)
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Time Management Tips For Kids of All Ages (From Toddlers to Teens)

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Is time management for kids that much different than time management for adults? I would argue, yes. Even as a child, this was a problem area for me. Part of my problem is a developing strategies and then sticking with them. Sometimes it could be as simple as some of these time management tips for kids. Maybe if I’d tried some of these as a child, those habits would have stuck with me as an adult. You could even say that time management is another key for raising kids with character. 10 Time Management Tips for Kids These skills must be developed and practiced on a regular basis. And time management goes a long way when it comes to establishing self-discipline in kids. Here are…

Why Routines and Schedules are Important for Autistic Children
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Why Routines and Schedules are Important for Autistic Children

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A little bit of structure is beneficial for anyone, I think. But when it comes to individuals with autism, I would argue that there is a need for routine and consistency. That’s why we’re talking about the importance of routine for autism in this post. Beyond that, we’re going to talk about how to establish routine and structure in small steps so that it becomes habit. This is important, not only for your child, but also for you so you can create a functional environment that works for your child and not against them. Why You Need Routine for Your Autistic Child There’s nothing wrong with a little structure and predictability in life. Personally, I prefer having a schedule or at least some sort of established…

An Autism Moms Guide on Where to Find Support for Parents of Autistic Adults
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An Autism Moms Guide on Where to Find Support for Parents of Autistic Adults

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Children with autism grow up to be adults with autism. But that doesn’t mean that they still don’t need support. Here’s how to support not just autistic adults but also parents of autistic adults. As parents of autistic children, we know that there are several truths in life when it concerns our children. Autism is a part of life, not always a welcomed part some would say, but a very solid part. We will do whatever is necessary to ensure the highest quality of life by advocating for our children daily. We also know that eventually our children will grow up and become autistic adults. Some may go on to live independently and some may need continued support throughout the rest of their lives. Some…