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Growing With Love: Helpful Tips To Raise Young Ones With Special Needs

January 26, 2021 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Raising young ones with special needs can be overwhelming! Here are the 3 things every parent must know on this journey. I always forget about #2!

If you have recently learned that your child has developmental delays or a disability, it is important to assure yourself that you are not alone, says author Patricia McGill Smith. The journey to raise a child with special needs can be tough, but with the right knowledge, it can be done. So what sort of helpful tips can […]

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Filed Under: ASD

Calling All Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty Fans to Puttyworld!

November 27, 2019 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Thinking Putty is a GENIUS find for your sensory/ASD kiddo! Grab the scoop here and get ready to rock the holiday shopping season!

Thank you to Crazy Aaron’s for sponsoring this post and welcoming my family to their 1-year anniversary celebration so I could share the magic of Thinking Putty and Puttyworld with you! A few years ago, my family was introduced to Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty as a fidget to my super-sensory son’s needs. It was brilliant. […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Christmas, Crafts, Local outings, Local Travel, Toys

The Rosie Result Book Club Discussion

September 6, 2019 By Meredith 5 Comments

Happy fall! While I’m a die-hard lover of summer, I’ll admit it might have been high time for my crew to touch base again with a bit of schedule and order after all the chaotic sunny fun. Plus, there are the sweet things like apples and pumpkin patches and buying ridiculous costumes for my dogs […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Book Club, Books, Reading

When It Works

April 30, 2019 By Meredith 10 Comments

When it works, when ASD/Autism education works, can be such a beautiful thing. Here is our true story, our tale, and heart. read, take hope, and enjoy the surprising bits along the way!

Four years ago, we unknowingly launched ourselves into a foreign world–a world of IEPs, learning support, a tremendous vernacular, and, above all, unprecedented support and kindness. Four years ago, we learned we had a child on the Spectrum. I know our story is unlike those of many. I know how very blessed we are to […]

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Filed Under: ASD, School, Young Kids

Our ASD World

April 9, 2019 By Meredith 2 Comments

Autism Awareness is so important and I'm so thankful for the role it's played it crafting normalcy and understanding in our day to day. ASD, SPD and ADD/ADHD are no joke, and I love the wisdom offered here--especially in the last post!

Friends, this is a poignant one. Our journey with ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, has been so multi-leveled. We’ve had the good, the bad, and the heart-breaking pain cushioned by the relief of feeling caught and normalized via the experience and help of others. We here at The Mom of the Year know full well what […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Health

Bioresponsive Game Your Kids’ Way to Self-Regulation

February 20, 2019 By Meredith 6 Comments

Need help controlling your children's emotions? Mightier, a genius bioresponsive game, is such a smart win--my kids LOVE playing it! Check out this smart fix to get a handle on all of your ASD/SPD/emotional/behavioral issues in your home!

Thank you to Mightier for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on their very cool bioresponsive game to help your kiddos find their way to self-regulation. All the glowing reviews are 100% my own. I’ve made no secret of our ASD/SPD issues in these parts, friends. Along with these issues comes an […]

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Homework Help for Kids with ADHD

October 18, 2018 By Anne Metz 2 Comments

Have a kiddo with ADHD? Homework help can be a tricky beast, but use these wicked smart 6 tips to get you and your child on track in no time--I love #4! Would never have thought of this!

As a mom, I have a difficult time keeping my kids on task during homework, plus trying to cook dinner, along with getting my children to and from activities. I have one child diagnosed with ADHD primarily inattentive plus another child with suspected ADHD. I also have 2 other children. Homework time in our house isn’t […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Organization, School, Young Kids

The #1 No-Fail Sensory Fun for All Ages

August 27, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

With two SPD kiddos, I have tried ALL of the sensory fidgets and tools, and this is truly THE BEST sensory fun you will find! What's even better, it's truly perfect for all ages. Read on for the 5 surprising reasons why, and grab a cool way to snag some smart savings on this sensory win!

***Thank you to SpinMaster for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on their cool Feel the Fun van tour and the no-fail sensory fun that is such a hit!*** This summer has been all about enjoying cool adventures, and when we heard the Kinetic Sand Feel the Fun van tour was touching […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Summer, Vacations

8 Smart Tips for Visiting an Amusement Park with Your ASD/SPD kid

June 28, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Visiting an amusement park with your ASD/SPD kid can be a frustrating and challenging experience, but these 8 smart tips (from a mom who has BEEN THERE) help loads. Check them out, plan your trip the smart way, and ENJOY your day, mama! Tip #5 is especially genius for your sensory kid!

***Thank you to Dutch Wonderland for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on Visiting an Amusement Park with Your ASD/SPD kid!*** Growing up visiting Dutch Wonderland (one of my earliest memories is sliding down the birthday cake slide into a mud puddle–my grandparents were thrilled ;)), and now sharing this special place with […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Hersheypark, Local outings, Local Travel, Vacations, Young Kids

Hersheypark’s Accessibility Program: Making the Most of Your Visit with ASD/SPD

April 19, 2018 By Meredith 12 Comments

Hersheypark's Accessibility Program is SO IMPRESSIVE! If you have a kid on the spectrum, it is a Godsend. It goes far beyond other parks' services for ASD/SPD kids, and is so holistic and inclusive! Check it out--you will be so eager to plan your amusement park visit!

Thank you to Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company for hosting my visit so I could share this information about Hersheypark’s Accessibility Program with all of you; all opinions are 100% my own! A few years ago, my family was planning a big amusement park trip, and I stumbled upon a wonderful find: there was help […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Hersheypark, Vacations

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