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We provide ADHD parenting tips and tricks that are backed by science and easy to use for busy parents. Join us as we grow your confidence in parenting your child with ADHD, so you can watch your child thrive!

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a mix of science and heart

Is Your ADHD Child Defiant? 4 Possible Reasons Why!

Whenever a parent tells me that their child is defiant, I always try to dig a little deeper to find out why?

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There are many benefits of a formal ADHD diagnosis BEYOND medication.

Why Get an ADHD Diagnosis (If I’m Not Giving My Child Medication)?

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The first few weeks of school can be a tough transition. Check out three tips to make it smoother.

3 Back-to-School Strategies for Children with ADHD

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Instead of immediately “solving” a conflict, encourage each child to share their perspective, and WAIT.

Manage Sibling Conflict Like a Boss!

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Even though it might not feel like it, as a parent of a child with ADHD you have a LOT of rights.

7 Things Parents Need to Know to Get Their ADHD Child Help at School

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Children with ADHD can struggle to plan for the future, even if the future is a few minutes away.

The Truth About Routines and ADHD

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ADHD parenting CAN be fun!

If you are parenting more than one child with ADHD, things can get exhausting… and fun!

Parenting Multiple Children With ADHD

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We were interviewed by Special Education and Civil Rights attorneys, Amanda and Vickie.

Tools for Parenting Kids with ADHD and Anxiety

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All it takes is a quick google search to find a wealth of information (and misinformation) on ADHD.

Myths and Facts of ADHD

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And once in a pattern of refusal, it can be very hard to work your way out. But it is possible!

My Child is Refusing to go to School, Help! (Part 1)

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Many children with ADHD have difficulty understanding how long a task will actually take to complete.

Tools to Help Your Child Get Started (Part 2)

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Can you imagine having tools to help your child listen, manage those frequent meltdowns, and connect with your child?

Learn 6 keys for raising a happy and independent child with ADHD

Better than Free Ice Cream!