From the moment I felt my son move inside me for the first time, I knew life would be different with him in it. Not just because he was my second child and life would become busier with another kid to raise, but I had a feeling my world was going to change in ways I…
Category: Children’s Health
Life on the Spectrum – Little Man has a 504 now #autism #504 #specialeducation
In a previous post, I mentioned that we have been trying to get my son a 504 at his school. It has been a long, drawn out process that I have cried many tears over and sometimes even left me questioning whether or not I was doing right by my child. As his mom, all…
IEPs, 504s, Therapy and more #autism #HFA #aspergers
One of the things I’ve heard many autism parents talk about is the struggle to get services for their child. My husband and I are still in the process of getting my son special ed services, which has been a lengthy and frustrating process, to say the least. I’ve definitely had my share of headaches since…
An autism diagnosis is not the end of the world #autism #HFA #highfunctioningautism #specialneeds
If you’re a regular reader of this site, you’ve probably noticed that I’ve been mostly MIA for quite some time now. To be honest, I think I needed a long break from posting to focus on my personal life, including my own health, as well as focus on my son, who faced, and is still…
Our Autism journey #Autism #Aspergers #ADHD
It’s been a long time since I gave you guys an update on my son who is now nine-years-old and is filled with a zest for life that is contagious. That little boy has taught me many things about life. The last time I posted an update, we knew he had ADHD. His pediatrician diagnosed…
Review of the Mavea product line #giveaway #sponsored
Disclosure: This sponsored post is brought to you by Mavea. I was provided with monetary compensation and a set of their product live in exchange for a review and hosting a giveaway. All thoughts expressed are my own as are any photos. For as long as I can remember, I’ve hated drinking water from the…
We’re raising a track star #JustAKidFrom #spon
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post from SheSpeaks/POWERADE. I received monetary compensation in exchange for my thoughts. All photos included within this post are my own. From the moment my daughter started running, it was obvious to all of us that there was a spark within her that would only continue to grow as she…
How is your family coming together this holiday season #HowWeFamily #IC #ad
Disclosure: I have received information from the makers of TYLENOL®. The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post. One of the lessons my parents taught my brother and I as kids was that family isn’t always about who you’re related to. It’s often about those who love you and are there for…
The MilkWise tour is coming to New England and Upstate New York #MilkWise #IC #ad
Disclosure: “I participated in a Blog Blast Activation on behalf of Influence Central for MilkWise. I received product samples and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.” Do you love to drink a cold glass of milk but would like it to taste good and be healthy for you? Check out MilkWise, a new…
A healthy snack option: Fresh grapes from Mexico #sponsored #IC
Disclosure: “I participated in a Blog Blast Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Grapes from Mexico. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation.” As a parent I know how important it is to find snacks your kids not only enjoy, but are healthy for them also. I try to keep granola bars,…