October is full of excitement—cooler weather, falling leaves, pumpkins on every doorstep, and of course, Halloween. For many kids, Halloween is all about costumes, parties, and trick-or-treating. But for children with sensory processing challenges, this holiday can feel overwhelming instead of fun. Children with sensory processing challenges often react more strongly than their peers to...

How many times have you asked your child, “How was your day?”, only to get the response, “fine”? If your number is too many to count, you are not alone. Many parents struggle with ways to reconnect with their children after a long school day. Here are five alternative questions for you to consider: What...

The first day of school, your daughter has a tummy ache. You take her temperature, but you already know that what’s really ailing her is another common childhood ailment: school phobia. Many children experience extreme anxiety when they enter new situations—new schools, teachers, classmates, and academic challenges can all contribute to your child’s overwhelming sense...