You're Not Alone: What 103 Local Families Want You to Know
I surveyed 103 parents in our community about their biggest parenting challenges and what kind of support they actually want. The results were eye-opening: 57% struggle with supporting their kids through big emotions, 54% desperately need time for self-care, and 53% are battling screen time issues. But here's the most encouraging finding - 42% of parents are open to professional support but haven't used it yet. If you're feeling overwhelmed or alone in your parenting struggles, this research shows you're absolutely not. Discover what local families really need, see how your experiences connect with others, and find practical steps you can take today to feel more supported and less isolated.
The Science of Sleep Pressure: How to Make Bedtime Easier
Is bedtime a battle in your home? Understanding sleep pressure - your child's biological need for sleep - might be the missing piece. This post explores the science behind those second winds and bedtime meltdowns, offering practical ways to work with your child's natural rhythms instead of against them. Whether you're dealing with a typical toddler or a child with more complex sleep needs, these evidence-based strategies can help transform those nightly struggles into smoother transitions.
Why Traditional Sleep Advice Fails Neurodivergent Kids (And What Actually Works)
It's 3 AM, and there you are—bleary-eyed, scrolling through yet another sleep article on your phone while your child has finally dozed off beside you. If you're raising a neurodivergent child and traditional sleep strategies aren't working, it's not you. It's not your parenting. And it's certainly not your amazing child. The truth? Those traditional sleep approaches simply weren't designed with your child's unique brain in mind. Discover why melatonin functions differently, how sensory processing affects sleep, and what behavioral approaches actually work for children with autism, ADHD, and sensory differences.