by Amelia | Dec 8, 2018 | blog
Oh hi! If you are a parent who is wondering whether your child has ADHD, then I’ve written a post full of heartfelt advice for you. Grab a tea, and let’s chat. I have ADHD. I’m also the parent of a child with ADHD. I work as a behaviour therapist with kids...
by Amelia | Nov 30, 2018 | blog
On this side of the door, it’s pretty cozy. On the other side of the door, you see snowflakes whirling down the street, and the weather report warns of a deep freeze. The sun is shining, but there are ice crystals in the air. “I’m fine, I don’t...
by Amelia | Nov 23, 2018 | blog
Let me tell you a story about what my mornings used to be like: It’s a typical weekday morning. I’m trying to be cheerful, but I’m looking at the clock. The dreaded school-time transition is just around the corner. In five minutes, we need to put on...
by Amelia | Nov 10, 2018 | blog
Most parents say that the hardest moments of their day happen after school, and it’s no wonder. Sometimes it’s just a little moment that triggers intense frustration, and sends us right over the edge. We do our best to keep it together, to solve problems as they pop...
by Amelia | Oct 28, 2018 | blog
The joys (and agonies) of sharing If your child is in pre-school or in early elementary, chances are they are learning to share. Maybe someone asks your daughter for a turn with a toy, but she’s not quite finished yet. What do you say? “Okay Myrtle,...
