Chore charts can be a struggle to create and implement successfully. In our household, it is complicated by a parent with ADHD. Creating and sticking with systems is difficult. Many attempts have been made and failed for various reasons. In desperation to pull out all the stops to help Little Bit have the best chance… Continue reading Finally a responsibility chart that works!
Gratitude for emotional intelligence
Emotional intelligence and regulation can be hard to teach. With ADHD, it is even more of a challenge. I love this gratitude journal. It aids the discussions of teaching gratitude for emotional intelligence for both my girls. Practicing gratitude I enjoy quality time with my girls on the nights that I am not working. We… Continue reading Gratitude for emotional intelligence
Dogs in an ADHD household
Is it a good idea to have dogs in an ADHD household? Here is some of the good (and the ugly) of getting a dog in an ADHD household. Reliable reminder for exercise Dogs love walks. They are social creatures that want attention from their human. Dogs need daily, or multiple walks per day, depending… Continue reading Dogs in an ADHD household
Game Changing Magnesium lotion
Nightly magnesium lotion Topical magnesium is a game changer in our home. Read here about the parents nightmare that proved the worth of magnesium for us. Unfortunately the spray didn’t feel amazing on the skin. Enter this game changing magnesium lotion. It combines the benefit of magnesium with essential oils and skin care. Choosing ingredients… Continue reading Game Changing Magnesium lotion
Essential Oils for Gymnasts
Gymnastics is an amazing sport with many unique challenges. Both of my daughters, Little Bit and Biggs spend many of their hours doing gymnastics. Check out some of our favorite uses of essential oils for gymnasts. Essential oils for the gymnasts sore muscles Gymnastics provides fantastic exercise for both of my kiddos. It has strengthened… Continue reading Essential Oils for Gymnasts
Valuable ADHD information for the coach
ADHD is hard. Being in a family with ADHD family members is hard! Being limited due to ADHD is heart breaking. Here is valuable ADHD information for the coach that might give them a little more insight. ADHD does not have to hold someone back. Look at Simone Biles, Michael Phelps, and Michael Jordan. There… Continue reading Valuable ADHD information for the coach
Gymnastics Foot Injury
Biggs recently suffered her first significant gymnastics foot injury. Unfortunately, injuries of varying severity often come with competitive sports. She was fortunate it was “only” tendinitis complicated by a sprain. Here is some of the story behind the injury, and tips and tricks we used while healing. Our Story Leading up to the official injury,… Continue reading Gymnastics Foot Injury
Natural solutions for gymnasts
Gymnastics is an amazing sport that can develop mental toughness, physical skill, and perseverance. However, gymnastics can be hard on the body. Here are some of our favorite natural solutions for gymnasts. Natural solutions for sore muscles Affiliate links for products we love at no additional cost to the reader. Sore muscles can accompany any… Continue reading Natural solutions for gymnasts
Sleep success with ADHD
I’ve seen moms in many forums, not just ADHD related, ask about sleep solutions for their kiddos. People with ADHD in particular often have difficulties falling asleep and staying asleep. Sleep success with ADHD is vital for optimal brain functioning. Weighted blankets for sleep One of my favorite sleep solutions for Little Bit has been… Continue reading Sleep success with ADHD
Essential Oils for Emotions
Essential Oils for Emotions Poor emotional regulation is not listed as part of the DSM-5 criteria. However, being surrounded by ADHD relationships, I find this to be one of the more disruptive aspects in daily life. For our daughter, I implement a multilayer approach to her suspected ADHD. Essential oils for emotions is a great… Continue reading Essential Oils for Emotions