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How to give kids enough physical exercise

We know kids need physical exercise, but how do we go about actually getting them to do it? It’s obvious that physical exercise is good...

Tantrums and meltdowns

How are we supposed to know how to help our kids if their tantrums and meltdowns look exactly the same? This week's video will guide you...

When we (as parents) cannot cope anymore

Parents of neurodivergent kids are often exhausted, stressed, and overwhelmed on a whole new level. What is really important when we feel...

Mindfulness for children

Mindfulness is an important skill that we need throughout our lives, and children can learn this skill if we teach it to them in the...

Getting my child to sleep in their own bed

Ideas to help your child sleep in their own bed Featured video guide This is such a tricky topic! I know for my own children, it was...

How to get our kids to slow down

Simple strategies to help our kids settle down before they become overwhelmed Featured video guide Something I often see, and I’m sure we...

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects about 1 out of 44 individuals worldwide. According to The Centers for Disease...

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is one of the most common neurodevelopmental conditions in childhood. Children diagnosed with...

Anxiety in children

We all deal with anxiety in our own way. Some of us quite successfully in a healthy manner, by keeping to our daily schedules and...

Autism treatment - What to do for your child?

40hrs of work is a full week for adults. Why is my child needing 40hr of therapy when he is only 3yrs old? Is this normal for any child?...

Increasing independence in your child

One of the biggest dreams I have for my 3 kids is to see them happy, healthy, and fully independent as adults. Don’t get me wrong - I...

Therapy ideas for the home

As parents, we want to help our child(ren) in all environments, but sometimes it feels like home is one place where we need the most...

Siblings of diagnosed children also need support

We don’t mean to, but we don’t often speak of autistic children’s siblings. We don’t see them as having challenges or issues, yet for...

How journaling helps parents keep track of their child's progress

Journaling is a great way to keep track of your child's progress, as well as your own wellbeing. Now supported by Tracto.

Supporting kids with ADHD & ASD: 40% OFF online parenting courses

Supporting parents of children with neurodiverse conditions with 40% discount on new online courses.

Supporting parents in managing their child’s health care

An app can support parents to more easily manage the health care of their neurodiverse children. This article describes how Tracto does.

Making sticking to your child’s care plan easy - and helping you stay sane

Being able to stick to our children's care plans has a big impact on their wellbeing, yet can be quite hard. See how Tracto makes it easier.

How tracking behaviour and symptoms over time helps parents to manage children's care plans

We discuss the why and how of tracking concerns and symptoms over time can help parents to be better care champions for their children.

Tip #1 - Parenting in uncertain times | Give your child a voice

Tracto and Jessica Cheesman, educational psychologist, talks about giving your child a voice as tip #1 for parents to manage anxiety.

External links & further reading

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Helping children with anxious thoughts and stressful moments

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Building communication skills in a child with Autism

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How to stay calm when child is having a meltdown

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Executive Function

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Be the parent your child needs

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Preventing and defusing meltdowns

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Coping Toolbox (Printable resources)

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Understanding the complex relationship between Autism, ADHD and Anxiety

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