This can certainly apply to most general parenting responses as well! #tuesdaytip #sensorytips #SPD

It doesn't have to be November to show gratitude, but in this holiday season it tends to be a great reminder for us to be thankful. In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, try waking up with the attitude of gratitude each day! #thankfulthursday #thanksgiving

If 22q11.2 deletion syndrome is so common...then why is it so hard to diagnose? Well many of the symptoms most commonly linked to 22q are among some of the most commonly recognized health issues for newborns and children worldwide. This includes but is not limited to: -growth delays -feeding problems -congenital heart disease -gastrointestinal difficulties -serious breathing concerns -cleft and craniofacial issues -calcium deficiencies -immune deficiencies -kidney problems -skeletal anomalies. Early diagnosis of 22q deletion syndrome is the key to properly addressing all 180 issues which can be associated with the disorder. Become #22qaware: 22qfamilyfoundation.org

Did you know? At preschool age, your child begins to see themselves as an individual. We’ve all heard preschoolers yell, “MINE!” when playing with friends. Sharing is definitely hard to learn. Remember, your child is becoming an individual, separate from friends and separate from you. It’s actually quite an achievement in cognitive ability! #funfactfriday

Safety first! It's smart to have a safety plan in place for trick-or-treating tomorrow. Here are some safety tips to help you get started. #halloween #tuesdaytip

Researchers note that a baby’s brain is like a lantern: it is vaguely aware of everything. An adult’s brain, on the other hand, is more like a flashlight, consciously focused on specific things but ignoring background. Scientists suggest that creative people have retained some ability to think like an infant. #funfactfriday

Fake it until you make it right? Driving you crazy that the kids are taking forever to tie their shoes when you could do it in 10 seconds for them? Put on an encouraging smile, and take a deep breath. You can do this! #thursdaythoughts

Sometimes, you just have to step back, take a deep breath and look at the bigger picture. #thursdaythoughts #parenting

#Halloween is only two weeks away! Here are some tips for parents of children with #autism. Start preparing your children now for the "big event". Most importantly, be flexible and have fun! #tuesdaytip

Woah! Did you know? If a baby’s body was able to grow at the same rate as their brain, the average child would weigh as much as 170 pounds at 1 month old!! Now that's a big baby! #childdevelopment #funfactfriday

This is a good daily reminder. What fills your child's bucket? What are you doing today to fill it? #thursdaythoughts #motivation #parenting

Will you participate in the Teal Pumpkin Project this year? For more information and free resources, find out more at foodallergy.org #tuesdaytip #tealpumpkinproject #halloween