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The world feels heavy right now. Newsfeeds flood with violence, spin, and outrage. Commentators slice reality into soundbites designed to provoke, not to heal. And as mothers and fathers, we can’t help but ask: What kind of world are our children inheriting? Will their future be marked by constant division, suspicion, and fear? Will they […]
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In the U.S., we usually think of potty training as something that happens between ages two and three. It’s treated as a developmental milestone (something that comes after diapers, just like walking comes after crawling). But that’s not the case everywhere. In many countries where diapers aren’t common or accessible, parents introduce the potty from […]
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If you’re constantly overwhelmed, forgetting what you just walked into a room to do, or feeling like you’re dropping every ball — this isn’t a personal failure. It’s likely executive dysfunction, and it’s more common than you think. As an occupational therapist and a mom who’s lived with it, I want to share six strategies […]
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Helping a picky eater try just one bite isn’t about sneaky tricks or bribery, it’s about trust, timing, and the right tools. Once you’ve built a solid foundation with sensory strategies and predictable routines, you can begin moving forward without overwhelming your child. The goal isn’t a perfect plate overnight—it’s momentum. By using occupational therapy-informed […]
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From an OT perspective Picky eating isn’t just a phase and it’s not just about being “difficult.” For many children, feeding challenges stem from a complex mix of sensory processing differences, developmental readiness, and nervous system regulation. I’ve walked this path from both sides of the table. What I’ve learned is this: we simply need […]
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Reading the Catholic Bible for the first time can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you make sense of it? And how do you keep going when you hit confusing parts like Leviticus or Revelation? If you’ve ever felt this way, you’re not alone. The Catholic Bible isn’t just another book. It’s a […]
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It’s a funny thing, once you create life, you start to think deeply about life itself. In our youth, it was easy to dismiss God. Faith wasn’t popular. It wasn’t mainstream. Maybe we even viewed it as a tool of control, something outdated or irrelevant. And then, something happens: we become parents. We look into […]
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A missed appointment. A forgotten task. A blank stare in the middle of a conversation.These might seem small to most people, but for someone with a hyper-focused mind, they often carry outsized consequences. Because the moment isn’t just about what was forgotten.It’s about how it’s interpreted. ADHD is often discussed in terms of deficits. As […]
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Potty training isn’t just about saying goodbye to diapers, it’s a developmental process that depends on far more than age alone. From sensory needs to emotional readiness, every child brings a unique set of skills (and challenges) to the toilet learning journey. These 10 OT-backed potty training strategies are designed to support your child’s nervous […]
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It’s the thing no one prepared you for: the constant miscommunication, the forgotten tasks, and the rollercoaster of focus and distraction. For some families, the missing piece isn’t a lack of effort, it’s undiagnosed or poorly managed ADHD in one or both adults in the home. This blog is a deep dive into what adult […]
