special needs kids

What it’s Really Like Being a Special Needs Parent

Being a special needs parent is hard! But it’s also beautiful! In this post I chat about my reality of parenting two special little boys.

My Special Needs Child Hates Food

My special needs child hates food. At least it seems like that. But it’s OK. Special needs kids need the time to expand their palettes.

Special Needs Twins and Discipline

Special needs twins and discipline can be tricky! My advice is to stay calm, reward them, be consistent and give a time frame.

Special Needs Kids FTW

Special needs kids are amazing. They might not be considered normal. But all they need is to be engaged in a way that works for them.

About the Episode

On the Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms this week, I chat to Laura Hernandez. Laura is a wife and mama to 10 amazing people.

She is the founder of Mama Systems, a coaching business that helps mamas bring peace to their homes through systems so they can be intentional with their people and show up as the best mama possible.

Laura has some great advice for how to fit everything into your busy day. As a homeschooler, mama to 10 and business owner, she's got it down! I love how she also speaks about the importance of self care – one of my favourite topics!

You can find Laura here:

www.mamasystems.net

www.instagram.com/mamasystems

www.facebook.com/mamasystems.net

https://www.mamasystems.net/advocate-like-a-mama

And grab her freebies here:

https://www.mamasystems.net/creating-chores

https://www.mamasystems.net/access-Self-care-Guide

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Concepts are delivered through video tutorials and summaries which are clear, complete, and easy to follow [like having your very own teacher]. This ensures your children understand something before they're asked to practise it.

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