Midwives say it’s the best way to do it, and it involves no back pats. Why don’t more people know this?! Everyone seems to have an opinion on the best way to burp a baby. There are even people who say burping is not necessary at all! If you’ve tried a few different ways and […]
Foil cherries added a sensory issue Women with autism can struggle with their period. Think about the discomfort of cramps and the sensory issue of wearing a pad. Many years ago, I was explaining these challenges to a friend with a neurotypical daughter, and she asked quite innocently, “Maybe she should use tampons?” Sure, for […]
I only recently learned that I was diagnosed with ADHD as a child. You read that right. The tell-tale ADHD symptoms that had been with me all my life – hyperactivity, distractibility, impulsiveness, inattention, insomnia, restlessness, and hyperfocus (to the point of obsession) – actually led to a diagnosis of ADHD at some point in […]
Parenting is not an easy task – but when tackling a global pandemic it can feel like it’s too much to deal with. Whether it’s emailing homework help or a call to the bathroom to escape the chaos, being a parent in 2021 means facing an exceptionally stressful psychological stress through care, education, and enrichment […]
