Parenting
A Practical Guide to the Kind of Communication Between Doctors, Parents, Therapists and Educators that Helps Children Succeed
Raising healthy children is dependent on good communication between parents and educational and medical professionals. Here are the keys to communication that works.
Read MoreWhy You Should Be Glad When Your Kid Throws a Tantrum (Maybe): Emotional Regulation in Children
A toddler who throws a tantrum isn’t “out of control.” They’re very much in control in this critical step of developing emotional regulation in children. Here’s why.
Read MoreSecrets to a Successful Sensory Summer
Common issues parents of children with sensory challenges run into during summer vacation, and our tips on how you and your child can have a smooth, positive summer experience.
Read MoreWhy It’s So Hard to Feel Like You’re a Good Parent When It Comes to Screen Time… and What You Can Do About It
Setting healthy screen time habits for kids is hard… and often leaves us doubting our parenting. We share principles, expert tips – and a healthy dose of understanding.
Read MoreWhat Screen Time and Screen Media Do To Your Child’s Brain and Sensory Processing Ability
A look at the functional and sensory processing issues we see in children exposed to screen time – and why it happens. (Includes over 50 comments and our responses!)
Read MoreGetting Up from Any Down: A Chanukah Message for Parents
Life with a child who has physical, behavioral, emotional issues will have its ups and downs for you as a parent. Here’s how to keep going, no matter what.
Read MoreSound the Shofar: Appreciating Your Sensory Child
For parents of sensory children, the High Holidays bring challenges. Try on this perspective, however, for a breath of fresh air and renewed appreciation.
Read MorePassover and Your Child With SPD
Top tips to make Passover and any holiday season easier and more enjoyable for children with sensory integration issues (and their parents!).
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