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Marathon View in Parenting

The Marathon View in Parenting: In It For the Long Haul

After the birth of my first child, I started working on a book with a friend that…

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Five Conversations to Have with your Parents and Elders During the Pandemic: A Guide for the Sandwich Generation

Life has suddenly changed, and your loved ones over 60 are most at risk. It’s never easy…

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teacher training and ADHD

When Your Co Parent is in Denial about Complex Kids

  Diane:What’s a parent going to do if the other co-parent is in complete denial that- Elaine:That…

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Check in With Your Body

Note: This week’s Self-Care Tip is brought to us by our fabulously mindful featured Expert, Lidia Zylowska!…

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Pets are Great for Parents: Co-Parenting with a Family Dog

My black dog named Kat was one of the sweetest animals I’ve ever known. Part fur-baby, part…

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find your village

Find Your Village: Networking For Parents of ADHD Kids

It Takes A Village… We all know it takes a village to raise a child. Can you…

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settle family politics

5 Steps to Settle Family Politics

Easier Said Than Done Family dynamics can be hard work. As we start to plan for the…

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Relaxation Guilt

Relaxation Guilt – Why I Can’t Sit Down

Last week I did something truly shocking. After a crazy, stressful, way-over-scheduled and emotionally draining month, I…

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Getting Organized: Getting the Right Support for You!

January is Get Organized Month!  If your family struggles with ADHD, there’s a good chance you’re also…

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What Kids Think Parents Should Know About ADHD

Have you ever asked a group of ADHD kids what they think parents SHOULD know about ADHD…

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Bad Parent

Everyone Thinks I Am a Bad Parent

If you’re the parent of a special needs kid, I’m willing to bet a million dollars that,…

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Marriage and ADHD: 9 Tips to Co-Parent Effectively

You and your partner won’t be the ‘same’ at parenting – and that’s a good thing.  When…

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