Halloween can cause major chaos in the ADHD household. Between disruption of routines, excess sugar, and sensory challenges, it is a lot to process. Here are some ideas for ADHD friendly fun without the sugar chaos. Alternative “class” treats Even though we homeschool, the girls participate heavily in gymnastics and ballet classes. If the other… Continue reading ADHD friendly Halloween fun without the sugar chaos
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How to get back to homeschool with ADHD successfully
I can’t believe back to school is already here! It seems to get earlier every year. Summer has been a whirlwind of activity this year, and I don’t feel even a little bit prepared to start our homeschool year. I haven’t even purchased all of our curriculum. But wether you are preparing to go back… Continue reading How to get back to homeschool with ADHD successfully
5 Easy ADHD friendly breakfasts that feel special
We’ve all heard breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Schools encourage kids to make sure to eat a healthy breakfast before testing. However, coming up with meals that fulfill healthy requirements that kiddos want to eat can be challenging. Check out my post on ADHD diet goals here. Here are 5 Easy… Continue reading 5 Easy ADHD friendly breakfasts that feel special
How to achieve an ADHD friendly diet
Food can bring great pleasure to people. It can also be a source of guilt or stress as we understand how poor food choices can impact our health. The ADHD brain sometimes is especially sensitive to negative impacts of poor food choices. However, planning and implementing healthy food choices can be overwhelming in the sometimes… Continue reading How to achieve an ADHD friendly diet
10 Kid approved dinners to prep
Having meals prepped and ready for the crockpot in my freezer is a great stress reliever. Check out my post here on ways to make freezer meal prep less overwhelming. Now here are 10 kid approved dinners to prep. I make these meals to be as ADHD and diabetic friendly as possible. Check out my… Continue reading 10 Kid approved dinners to prep
5 simple food substitutions for ADHD
We all know we should eat healthy, exercise, and get enough sleep. However, life can make those healthy choices difficult. If you’re interested in natural methods to improving ADHD symptoms, here are 5 easy food substitutions for ADHD. These diet substitutions can help get started towards correcting potential ADHD nutritional imbalances. Our focus has been… Continue reading 5 simple food substitutions for ADHD
Useful ADHD (sugar free) Easter basket ideas
Easter, among many holidays, is known for lots of sugary treats. But with many ADHD kiddos, excessive sugar can be problematic. How can you make the holidays fun, without sending behavior off track? Here are some useful AHDH (sugar free) Easter basket ideas. Sensory Fidget toys are all the rage Many sensory fidget toys are… Continue reading Useful ADHD (sugar free) Easter basket ideas
Healthy Snacks on the go
How to grab healthy snacks on the go Our family is always on the go! Sound familiar? I am a mom of 2 girls that do both gymnastics and dance. With long and frequent practices, I am constantly packing up snacks, breakfast or lunch for before or after practice. There is a family history of… Continue reading Healthy Snacks on the go
Favorite ADHD Supplements
This post focuses on my favorite ADHD supplements. I am targeting common deficiencies found with ADHD before jumping to stimulant medication for the developing brain. This is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. This article covers a lot of the common deficiencies found with ADHD. Many alternative therapies such as herbs, essential… Continue reading Favorite ADHD Supplements