...There are so many benefits to getting involved and as the expression goes, 'Actions speak louder than words.' Contributing time and talents to building a strong and healthy school climate has one huge upside: kids have a better chance for academic and social success... More >>

...Siblings of autistic children have an adjusting period as well. There are many questions, feelings, and concerns they will have. Explaining autism to siblings in a positive way is extremely important... More >>

...As a mom of four, two on the spectrum, I have heard my fair share of cringe worthy comments. When these comments were made, I am sure those making them were well meaning. Yet, that does not take the heartache away from hearing them... More >>

Developing a newborn sleep schedule may seem impossible to a new mom who can barely remember what day of the week it is, but the fact is, training your baby to sleep through the night is easier than you might think... More >>

If your last child is graduating this year, you probably see the empty nest looming with a mixture of dread and elation, with significant anxiety stuck in there too... More >>

If you are a parent, you know the demands you face every day. We would all agree that while taking care of those little beings is the most rewarding job in the world, it can also be demanding... More >>

Most parents I know feel like their kids don't listen to them, at least not the first, second, or third time they ask them to do something... More >>

...Social media has led teens into believing that you have to have a certain lifestyle more so than when we were growing up. The impact of social media on youth is now at the forefront of concern of many educators, pediatricians, and parents... More >>

You did your part in raising a college-ready student. You ensured good schools and teachers; supervised years of homework sessions; braved entrance exams and the obligatory tour of potential campuses... More >>

What if the common restaurant kid's menu was never invented? What if parents ordered right off the adult menu, asking for a side plate to share 'grown-up foods' with their kids from the moment they were learning to chew? What would happen... More >>