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7 Things a Parent Should Know Before Their Child Starts Therapy

ADHD, Anxiety, AuDHD, Autism, Blog, Child Mental Health, Depression, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, parenting,, stress, TherapyOctober 15, 2025285Views 0Likes 1Comment

When your young one begins therapy, it can be a nerve-racking experience. It can be stressful not knowing how they’ll react, what they’ll discuss or what your part may be. To make the process smoother, we’ve compiled a list of tips to read before your child’s first session.

7 Ways to Prep Children with ADHD for School

ADHD, AuDHD, Blog, Child Mental Health, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, parenting,August 13, 2025180Views 0Likes 2Comments

Parents are no doubt already feeling the stress of the fast-approaching school year. If you have a child with ADHD, you may face some unique challenges when preparing for the school year. Here are seven things you can do to make the transition a bit smoother:

Why do Some People with Autism Struggle with Heat Intolerance?

AuDHD, Autism, Blog, Child Mental Health, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, stress, TraumaJuly 10, 2025234Views 0Likes 0Comments

With temperatures rising, it’s important to remember that individuals with autism may have a lower heat tolerance compared to neurotypicals. This can be attributed to differences in the sensory processing region of their brain but other factors like interoception as well as communication are also important to consider.

The Hidden Toll: How Sick Children Impact Parental Mental Health

Burnout, Depression, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, parenting,, Relationships, stressFebruary 20, 2025372Views 0Likes 3Comments

When a child falls ill—whether it’s a temporary sickness or a chronic condition—the impact extends far beyond the child. Parents often bear the emotional, mental, and even physical weight of their child’s illness, experiencing heightened stress, anxiety, and even depression. The uncertainty surrounding a child’s health can be overwhelming, leaving parents feeling helpless, exhausted, and…

Navigating the Mental Health Maze of Motherhood

Blog, Depression, From the Blog, Mental Health Awareness, motherhood, parenting,, TriggersMay 10, 2024267Views 1Like 4Comments

In a world where trauma and distressing life events can leave lasting scars on our mental health, finding effective therapeutic approaches is paramount. One such approach gaining recognition and efficacy is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. EMDR is a psychotherapy technique developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, designed specifically to help…