Read more about the article I took the boys and the dog on a hike today
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I took the boys and the dog on a hike today

This afternoon I took the boys and Ruby to the park. We ended up going on a hike that took us about two miles. Lizze is battling the same migraine she's had for about 7ish years now. It's been a rough weekend for her and so we let her sleep. We learned one big thing along the way and that's Ruby definitely need some work when it comes to walking on the leash. Maybe I should consider getting one of these for our next hike? Lol

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May 20, 2018
Read more about the article Classic Outdoor Activities For Children With Autism
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Classic Outdoor Activities For Children With Autism

This is a contributed post and therefore doesn't necessarily reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author.  Not all activities available to the wider public are also available to children with autism, but this isn’t necessarily anything to do with the children themselves. It’s because the creators of event centers and beyond don’t take the few extra steps needed to make their venture open to all people in society, regardless of who they are. Fortunately, there’s one place out there that doesn’t discriminate (or, rather, discriminates equally): the great outdoors! Nature’s playground is full of fun activities for you and your children. Don’t believe us? Just check out some of our fun spring and summer activities that we’ve outlined below. Source: Pexels.com Create an Obstacle Course What’s…

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May 2, 2018
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How to Look After Yourself When Your Kids Need So Much From You

This is a collaborative post and may not reflect the views and opinions of this blog or its author. Image Credit: Stock Vault Parenting is always going to be a challenge, but when your kids are so dependent on you for support, it can be difficult to take care of yourself as well. Part of this is inevitable if illogical, guilt you feel when you leave them with a sitter but it is also strange to think of yourself when you spend so much time thinking of others. All parents deserve some time to themselves and when you think about it, looking after your own health is the best way to ensure continued care for your kids. With this in mind, here are a few things that you should keep…

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April 2, 2018
Read more about the article We have become quite fascinated by our fish tank
We have become quite fascinated by our fish tank As a family, we have become enamored with the fish and little creatures in our fresh-water tank. We almost spend more time staring into this glass cube of water, than we do watching TV. Anyway, the boys love watching the fish, shrimp, snails and crayfish do their thing. It's absolutely relaxing and is quite easy to manage. Lizze and I find ourselves sitting on the couch at night, watching all the activities going in this aquatic environment. If you don't have an aquarium, I highly recommend it. Instant stress relief..
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We have become quite fascinated by our fish tank

We have become quite fascinated by our fish tank As a family, we have become enamored with the fish and little creatures in our fresh-water tank. We almost spend more time staring into this glass cube of water, than we do watching TV. Anyway, the boys love watching the fish, shrimp, snails and crayfish do their thing. It's absolutely relaxing and is quite easy to manage. Lizze and I find ourselves sitting on the couch at night, watching all the activities going in this aquatic environment. If you don't have an aquarium, I highly recommend it, especially if you have a kid with Autism or anxiety. Visit Aquariadise.com for an informative guide to choosing your first pet fish. Instant stress relief..

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March 10, 2018
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My major back injury

I'm not doing so well today. You may recall that I suffered a serious back injury when I was working as paramedic. I never had the surgery to fix it but I've been doing pretty good the past few years. It flares up every once in awhile and lasts for a few days before I'm okay again. My back went out a few days ago but I don't remember doing anything that triggered it. I've been walking for the last few days because that's the only thing that has ever helped. It's been recommended that I see a chiropractor to help with my back. Walking has helped the muscle pain from all the compensation they've been doing to take the stress off my spine. That's a positive thing because I…

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February 28, 2018
Read more about the article Receiving An Autism Diagnosis: The Do’s And Don’ts
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Receiving An Autism Diagnosis: The Do’s And Don’ts

When your child is diagnosed with autism, your life is going to be changed forever. The diagnosis itself can be intimidating, and you will likely feel scared, upset, and maybe even angry. You’ll be unsure of what to do or who to turn to, and this will only make your distress worse. However, as time passes, you’ll learn a lot, and will understand that caring for a child with autism isn’t really scary at all. Of course, you’ll have your moments, but you’ll grow from them, and become even better at handling certain situations. But, for now, it’s understandable that your future feels uncertain. To make your life a little easier and give you some guidance, here are nine things that you should or shouldn’t do after receiving an autism…

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February 21, 2018
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How Pets Can Help Children with Autism

Image source - https://www.pexels.com/photo/animal-dog-pet-labrador-8700/ They say that a pet is man’s best friend, but they are so much more than this. For a child that has autism, a pet can change their life for the better. There have been numerous reports and studies that have investigated the benefits of bringing a pet into the family home if you have a child with autism. So, in this blog post, the advantages of this are going to be explored in further detail so that you can find out what a family cat, dog or any other animal your kid is drawn to, will bring out the best in them. So, what are the benefits of pets for children with autism? Socialisation  There is only one place to begin, and this is with…

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February 21, 2018