Raw truths from a partner, a mama, a teacher, and a therapist parenting a child with behavior disorders and basically figuring it out as I go.
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As Extreme Parents, we are always on the lookout for adaptive ways to meet our kids’ needs. Today’s Friday Faves area all from Target and can make a HUGE impact Read more
From fidget spinners to chew necklaces, many parents raising kids with behaviors and mental health concerns have seen a laundry list of suggestions to help children focus when their sensory Read more
“For the love of all things holy and good, WHAT IS THAT NOISE!?” Yes, I yelled this. No, it wasn’t my finest moment. Yes, it happens about 37 times a Read more
You all know I LUUURRRRVVVV Target. I mean, nothing spells ‘getaway’ like a hot Starbucks and a red cart handle in my cold mama hands that have felt nothing but Read more
One year ago, we sold the farm (literally) and drastically downsized our lives into a 36-foot RV. We shed furniture, toys, clothes — and stress. In the process, we also Read more
Regardless of whether or not your child carries an official diagnosis, many kids and young adults’ daily lives are affected by sensory needs that are either being under-met or overwhelmed. Read more
The summer can bring about endless challenges for kids with sensory needs. One major road block to enjoying fun in the sun can be for those parents of kiddos who Read more
I often write about the real life musings of raising a child with extreme behavior disorders. For other special needs parents like myself, the idea of celebrating the holidays invokes Read more
As a counterpart to the previous post, Ten Gifts For Your ADHD Child That Might Buy You Five Minutes of Sanity, this gift guide is loaded with presents that are Read more