Why It's Important to Teach the True Definition of Fairness
My name is Leanne Strong, I’m 23 years old, and I have Asperger’s syndrome (milder autism, little to no difficulty with speech or...
The Challenge of Keeping My Impulsive and Hyperfocused Son Safe
When our family moved to a small suburb of Portland, Maine, two years ago, my 6-year-old son asked if we could explore our new...
Doctor Interrupts Anti-Vax Movie: 'Your Presence Will Cause Babies to Die'
[To view the videos mentioned in the article, click here.] The documentary's director was stripped of his doctor's license and accused of...
My Tips for Vacationing with Kids with Autism
My Tips for Vacationing with Kids on the Autism Spectrum Preparing is the most important part of the trip! In our home we use the term...
These are the Things I Want for My Child with ADHD
There's so much I wish for all of my boys. Happiness, peace, love, laughter, lasting friendships - all the usual things parents want for...
Instagram's #HereForYou Project Raises Awareness for Mental Health
Instagram took a step towards making the world a better place and helping those in need when they announced the launch of their newest...
Sweet Video Shows a Normal Day from Both Mom's and Kid's Perspectives
[Follow the link below to view the full video.] "Your normal may be their magic." It is often said of parenting that the days are long,...
A Reminder for Everyone: Everyday Should be Mother's Day
This is for all the mothers out there - those with mental or physical illnesses, those who are addicts or prisoners, those who are absent...
A Day in the Life of a Special Needs Mom's Brain
My husband and I spend a lot of time trying to figure out how our middle son’s brain works. A rare medical diagnosis dangling over the...
Why I Stopped Saying "Sorry" as a Mom (and Started Saying "No")
Last week two school emails landed in my inbox. One asked for volunteers for a PTA event. The other invited my younger son to a bowling...