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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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ADHD and Homework

Having a space is the first step to success for children with ADHD and homework. 

ADHD and Homework: Set Up Your Space

School

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Getting an evaluation scheduled is a wonderful first step to take toward supporting your child!

How Do I Prepare My Child for an ADHD Evaluation?

Evaluations

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Organize your home

Kids with ADHD (and their grown-ups!) really benefit from having a place for important items!

Home Organization to Help ADHD

Routines

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ADHD at school

Most kids with ADHD have a strong desire to make friends, they just need a little help navigating!

ADHD and Friendship: 5 Tips for Parents

Speech and Language

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reduce mental stress in ADHD parenting

One of the most common questions we hear from parents is: “How do I manage all of this stress??”

ADHD Parenting: 4 Ways to Reduce Mental Stress

ADHD

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after school walk

Despite the research, many schools still recommend grade retention for struggling students.

5 Myths and Facts About Grade Retention

School

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Did you know blurting and sounds often indicate a missing skill or help children regulate?

Classroom Strategies for Blurting

School

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Homework

Parents are a child’s safe place…THAT’S why we see the release of the built-up stress from school!

Surviving The After School Slump

School

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If you didn’t receive encouragement after your child’s ADHD diagnosis, we have some to share!

9 Encouraging Words For Parents

ADHD

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We generally recommend that all children with ADHD should have a 504-Plan (or IEP) in place.

Does My Child With ADHD Need a 504-Plan At School?

School

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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!