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When Siblings Become Caregivers: Having That Talk
In families where one child has a disability, the role of caregiving can sometimes fall on siblings as they grow older. This transition...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 252 min read


When You Want to Hover But Your Teen Needs Space
As parents, our instincts often tell us to shield and guide our children through life’s ups and downs. For parents of teens with...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 242 min read


Success for Teens with Learning Disabilities: It’s About the Small Wins
Success looks different for every teen, and when your teen has a learning disability, it’s essential to redefine what achievement means....
Anushka Gupta
Jan 232 min read


Teen with ADHD Talks About Dating with you
When your teen with ADHD starts talking about dating, it’s natural for your heart to skip a beat. Questions swirl in your mind: Are they...
anushka579
Jan 222 min read


The Job Interview Challenge: Supporting Without Taking Over
Job interviews are a rite of passage for young adults, a critical step toward independence, and an opportunity to step into the...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 213 min read


Teaching Practical Life Skills for Independent Living
As your child grows into their tee nage years, preparing them for independent living becomes a priority. For teens with disabilities, the...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 162 min read


Exploring Assistive Technology for Greater Independence
For individuals with disabilities, independence is often a key goal in navigating daily life. Whether it’s for communication, mobility,...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 153 min read


Why Labeling Isn’t Always a Bad Thing
In a world where we are constantly striving for inclusion and acceptance, the term “labeling” often gets a bad rap. Many believe that...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 144 min read


Your Teen Discovers Disability Pride
As parents, we want our teens to feel confident and secure in their identity. But when your teen with a disability begins to explore the...
anushka579
Jan 133 min read


Handle Frustration in Disabled Teens Like A Pro!
Parenting teens can be challenging, and when your teen has a disability, those challenges can feel magnified. Frustration is a natural...
Anushka Gupta
Jan 102 min read


Job Interviews: Supporting Your Teen with disability Through Their Job Interview
As a parent, watching your teen with Autism take their first steps into the world of employment can be both exciting and nerve-wracking....
Anushka Gupta
Jan 92 min read


When Your Teen Has a Crush: Navigating the Rollercoaster of Emotions
So, your teen has a crush. Suddenly, you’re not just managing their feelings—you’re wrestling with your own. Maybe you’ve noticed them...
Anushka Gupta
Dec 27, 20242 min read


Redefining Independence: How Teens with Disabilities Find Their Own Way
Can your teen cook a meal? Maybe not in the traditional sense. But they’ve figured out how to use their phone to order groceries, set...
anushka579
Dec 27, 20242 min read


Embracing Alone Time: Why It’s Essential for Teens with Disabilities
Have you noticed how society seems obsessed with “socializing” teens? It’s like being alone is seen as a problem that needs solving. But...
Anushka Gupta
Dec 22, 20242 min read


Why Boredom is a Gift for Teens with Disabilities
When your teen says, “I’m bored,” it’s hard not to go into fix-it mode. Your parent brain starts spinning: What activity can I plan?...
Anushka Gupta
Dec 22, 20242 min read


Labels Aren’t Boxes—They’re Keys to Understanding
“Don’t label them.” It’s a phrase parents of teens with disabilities hear all too often. The concern is........
Anushka Gupta
Dec 21, 20242 min read


Why “Tough Love” Isn’t Always the Answer: Supporting Teens with Disabilities
But when your teen is already working twice as hard to navigate a world that wasn’t designed for them, do they really need more “tough”?
Anushka Gupta
Dec 21, 20242 min read


Surviving Family Gatherings: Tips for Teens with Disabilities and Their Parents
For teens with disabilities and their parents, these events can be a minefield of awkward questions, energy drains, and moments of.....
Anushka Gupta
Dec 20, 20242 min read


How Social Media Helps Teens with Disabilities Connect
Remember when screen time was the enemy? We worried about excessive scrolling, the endless hours spent online, and the disconnect it seemed
Anushka Gupta
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Teaching Teens with Disabilities to Trust Their Instincts
When we think of safety, our minds often go to “stranger danger.” But for teens with disabilities, safety challenges are often closer to....
Anushka Gupta
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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