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The Unique Challenges Of Parenting Neurodivergent Children

Social Emotional Wellness, Tips To Stay Sane / 6 minutes of reading

So, you thought you were getting a parenting manual when you had a kid, right? Then you discovered the manuals only exist in the alternative universe. One where unicorns roam freely, dishes wash themselves, and kids actually enjoy eating broccoli. Instead, you’re stuck here on Planet Parent, trying to figure it all out as you go along. Now throw in the term ‘neurodivergent’, and you might feel a bit lost. But what is neurodivergent and why should you care? Well, it’s a term encompassing a broad range of people who think a little bit differently. It’s often applied to Autistic […]

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The Magic Of The Majestic S’more

Family Adventures, For Fun, Tips To Stay Sane / 5 minutes of reading

The s’more is an enchanting testament to the magic of simplicity in culinary artistry. A triad of humble ingredients — graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate — combined with the enchantment of an open flame, transforms into a taste experience that is far more than the sum of its parts. The cracker provides a sweet, crunchy shell that harmonizes with the velvety richness of the slowly melting chocolate. Indisputably, the crowning jewel is the marshmallow, inflated by heat into a pillowy puff of sweetness that, when set aflame, caramelizes into a slightly charred, gooey concoction that threads through every bite, bridging

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Summer Break. Hate it, Love it, Conquer it.

Tips To Stay Sane / 7 minutes of reading

Do you remember the final days of school when you were a kid? The frantic signing of yearbooks, the sharing of summer plans, school field days, and that sweet taste of freedom? Pool parties, staying up late, skinned knees, video game marathons, summer reading, bike rides, and sprinklers in the backyard. That’s summer break: unbounded joy and, for parents, unbounded… well, we’ll get to that. Get ready, moms and dads, because the ice-cream truck is coming around the corner, and it’s time to talk about the best (and worst) things about summer break with kids. Best: Freedom and Fresh Air

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Why Sleep When The Baby Sleeps Is Terrible Advice

Tips To Stay Sane / 6 minutes of reading

Let’s talk about one of the most worn-out, recycled pieces of advice that any well-meaning individual, friend, or self-proclaimed sleep guru will dole out when you’re blessed with a newborn: “Sleep when the baby sleeps.” Sure, that sounds excellent, right? Why didn’t I think of that? Oh, wait. I did. On day one. And then reality showed up like an uninvited guest and took a seat on my carefully planned schedule. Let me tell you, dear readers, why “sleep when the baby sleeps” is the worst advice since someone suggested to Napoleon that invading Russia in winter sounded like a

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