From Cerebral Palsy to a Dancing Queen - Maya’s Story

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What If You Stopped Saying “Stop” to Behaviors? (And What to Do Instead)

What if the word “stop” is doing more harm than good? As caregivers, siblings, and parents of neurodivergent and disabled children, we often ask behaviors to stop, not out of frustration or lack of love, but because we want our loved ones to be accepted, included, and safe in the ...  Show more

Believe They Understand: How Expanding Expectations Builds Stronger Brains

Does my autistic or neurodivergent child understand what I’m saying? This is a question so many parents carry quietly, and one I’ve asked myself countless times, as a sister, mother and neurotherapist. In this episode, I share why believing that our children understand, truly und ...  Show more

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