Some might notice that the holiday season brings with it a particular set of challenges for families coping with loss and/or change. While we know that grief isn’t linear and operates more cyclically, it can still come as a shock when it appears in moments that previously brought joy. Grief and loss around the holidays can be insidious. Children may experience conflicting emotions during holiday traditions and celebrations. While feeling excitement during celebratory activiti

The leaves are changing, the temperature is dropping, and the days are getting shorter. With the holidays approaching, we are given the opportunity to gather with our loved ones and reflect on the things we are grateful for. Whether you are busy grocery shopping, coordinating with friends and family, or pulling out your winter gear, take a moment to pause and breathe. While it may be difficult to tear yourself away from the endless list of items that must be completed, shifti

Halloween can be an overwhelming time for many children. There are scary decorations, loud noises, and unfamiliar routines. Even the bravest adults can remember a time when the ‘spooky season’ gave them chills. However, this season also brings with it opportunities to create fond memories with your family, whether it be at the pumpkin patch, on the hayrack ride, or sharing a fall walk to admire the changing leaves. While navigating this season with a neurodivergent child may

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