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Celebrating Neurodiversity
Parenting, Development, Behavior Jodi Huffman Parenting, Development, Behavior Jodi Huffman

Celebrating Neurodiversity

In a world that constantly strives for conformity, celebrating neurodiversity is a crucial step toward fostering inclusivity and understanding. Neurodiversity acknowledges that there is a wide spectrum of neurological differences, and it emphasizes the value of embracing these diversities rather than trying to fit everyone into a single mold.

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Parenting shy children
Behavior, Development, Parenting Jodi Huffman Behavior, Development, Parenting Jodi Huffman

Parenting shy children

All children have different temperaments. Unfortunately, many educational settings are geared towards outgoing, extroverted children. As a therapist, kids yoga teacher and former preschool teacher I have seen this play out so often in classrooms I’ve been in. It’s easy to focus on the children who are commanding our attention and just as easy to overlook the child who is keeping to themselves.

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How To Build A Morning Routine
Behavior, Parenting Jodi Huffman Behavior, Parenting Jodi Huffman

How To Build A Morning Routine

Children who have consistent routines are less anxious. Routines help you set clear and consistent boundaries and help you avoid power struggles. Having structure throughout the day is important. In particular having a simple and effective morning routine can set your whole day up for success. This means more time for connection and less meltdowns.

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Early Signs of Autism
Development, Behavior Jodi Huffman Development, Behavior Jodi Huffman

Early Signs of Autism

Signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD, usually appear by 2-3 years of age and it can be diagnosed even earlier in children. Developmental delays are often present prior to diagnoses. Although autism impacts individuals throughout their lifespan diagnoses and early intervention are important and lead to positive outcomes and improved quality of life for people with autism.

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How to Manage Your Child’s Meltdowns 
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How to Manage Your Child’s Meltdowns 

Ohhh the terrible twos, or threes, or fours….is there any end in sight?!  Who knew that such a small person could cause so much chaos?  Maybe you cut his apple the “wrong” way or you grabbed her purple shirt instead of the green one.  Maybe the word “no” sets her off Every.  Single.  Time.  

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