If you are confused and want to know the difference between Learning Disability and Learning Difficulty, read this post. You will learn that they are not the same, and you will find out the differences. Blogs, videos, Pinterest or Instagram posts are full of information and advice on Special Needs. Never before have we had access to so much advice,…
Learn the reasons why your child might be throwing tantrums, having meltdowns, crying, screaming, hitting and showing other challenging behaviours. In this post, you can read about the reasons for your child’s behaviour, whether they are neurodivergent or neurotypical. Every parent has been there and has faced it. Children’s behaviour can often surprise, scare or confuse us. What seems like…
This post features six reasons why your child is difficult. Read about what might hide behind your child being problematic. Learn why your child might be difficult and what to do about it. What is a “difficult” child? Have you been asking yourself why your child is so difficult? All children might have challenging behaviour from time to time, and…
In this post, I talk about Down syndrome and how you can support and help your child thrive. Read about how you can help them at home and find out what their school can do to best support them. What is Down Syndrome? Down syndrome is a condition where someone has an extra chromosome. Chromosomes are parts of cells where…
If your child is fidgety, restless, or has problems paying attention or focusing, the first thing that comes to mind is ADHD. But what if it’s not ADHD? Read about 12 other conditions that look like ADHD. Lots of children might constantly be restless and on the go. They might also be hyperactive, inattentive and have problems fitting in with…
Do you want to learn about Executive Functions and how they can help your child learn and develop? This post will tell you about executive functions: inhibitory control, working memory and cognitive flexibility. Your child needs them for self-control and self-regulation, as well as for planning, organising and completing tasks. You will also read about the role of executive function…
If you are wondering what it is like to be working with children with Special Needs, read this post about five things I have learnt as someone supporting them in school. You might consider working in a school or with children in a different setting. You might be a curious parent who wants to know how it feels to work…
Lavender oil is a great essential oil for children with Special Needs. It has many benefits, such as reducing anxiety and helping to relax and soothe. Check out these seven ideas for using lavender! Do you know about the fantastic benefits of Lavender? This fragrant flower has been used for centuries for its medicinal and therapeutic properties. This blog post…
Find out what you should consider when choosing a school for your child with Special Needs and if the school is ready to support your child. Finding and choosing a school for your child might not be easy. We want to ensure they get the best possible education and that children are well looked after. After all, children spend…
Problems with communication may lead to other issues in daily life. They can cause frustration if the child is not understood or they cannot understand you.But you don’t have to be a speech and language therapist or pathologist to start helping your child with their speech and understanding. With my simple and easy tips, you can support your child and help them boost their speaking and understanding. And in most cases, they do not require special resources or preparation.
You can incorporate these tips into your everyday routine because they are not complicated and will feel natural when using them.