Balancing Autism Parenting: Humor and Raw Emotion with Tara Reynolds and Lauren Flack (S6E20)

On this week’s episode: Tara and Lauren are back by popular demand and we’re taking on topics that you sent in. Today we’re talking about finding balance when you have neurotypical and neurodivergent kids. It’s an incredibly emotional conversation filled with lots of tears and laughter. This hit very close to home for all three of us and I hope listening to us share our experiences reminds you that you’re not alone

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How to Juggle Elderly Parents and Younger Children

Juggling the demands of children and elderly parents is tough. Both generations need care and finding the right balance can lead to a lot of strain on the generation caught in between. If you are caught up trying to take care of elderly parents who can no longer cope as well, while raising a young family, this article is for you.  Understand Your Priorities With so many things on your plate, it’s important to assess what your main priorities are. Some things will inevitably be more important than others, and you may need to delegate a few tasks to other people you trust, such as a partner, your close friends, or siblings. No man or woman is an island and trying to do everything will lead to burnout eventually. Identify what…

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A Short Guide to Help You Care for Children with Dysphagia

Caring for children with swallowing difficulties—also known as dysphagia—can be incredibly challenging. Not only are you faced with the prospect of finding food and drinks that your child actually enjoys, but you also need to make sure they are safe to consume.  Swallowing difficulties require special care and attention to ensure your child’s nutritional needs are met while at the same time reducing the risk of choking, aspiration, and other complications during mealtimes.  Here is a short guide to help you care for children with dysphagia. Provide Age-Appropriate, Nutritious Foods According to Children’s Health, swallowing difficulties are common in kids: between 25% and 45% of children have some form of dysphagia. To ensure your child consumes a well-balanced diet that is safe and nutritious, make sure you provide them with healthy, age-appropriate food items…

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How to Create a Small Family Business from Home

Each year, thousands of people decide that they want to escape the monotony and regimented regime of 9-5 working and create a business that is completely their own. For many people, office-based careers do not provide that stimulation or satisfaction in working that can be gained from overseeingyour own small business. It can be incredibly rewarding to have an idea for a new business and then take steps (and a lot of hard work) to transform the idea into a commercial reality. If you have a family with children of working age, it can be fantastic to make your business a true family-run enterprise. If it is a success, it could eventually provide full-time employment and high levels of remuneration for all interested family members. When thinking about starting a…

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Top Four Tips for Dealing with Medical Malpractice in Children’s Health Issues

For parents, their child’s health is their number one priority. So,when your child gets sick or injured, and you take them to a medical center, you expect them to be looked after with the highest level of care. Unfortunately, in some instances, medical malpractice can occur. Whether it’s from a lack of expertise, training, or an error in judgment when making an important decision about your child’s health, medical malpractice can lead to devastating consequences. Dealing with this type of situation can be distressing, and you may feel overwhelmed as you go through the motions. So, here are fourtop tips to help you deal with medical malpractice in children’s health issues. 1. Seek Professional Legal Advice If you have a strong suspicion that there was medical malpractice in your child's health…

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Making A Home Your Own: How To Make A New House Feel Like Home

It can be very exciting when you move into a new home, but once the boxes are unpacked and the kettle is up and running,you can find yourself in a strange new world. It is understandable to feel like you are walking in someone else’s shoes, or invading someone else’s space. A traveller in a foreign land. Use these simple steps to blow away the cobwebs of the old owner, and shine your light in your new home. The First Few Steps Inside Moving into a new house can often feel like stepping into the unknown, and certainly the unfamiliar. The rooms will not hold any of your personal memories yet, and the walls echo with a sense of emptiness. It is also a blank canvas, waiting for you to…

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