Mornings can be a stressful time for families, especially when children struggle to stay focused and on task. For kids with ADHD, distractions are everywhere, and what seems like a simple routine can quickly become overwhelming. Here are five practical strategies that can make mornings smoother: 1. Use a Visual Routine Chart Children often respond well to visuals. A simple chart with pictures (e.g., brush teeth, get dressed, eat breakfast) gives clear structure and helps them

Children are just like adults and they seek and need control in their lives, its important for us as human beings in this sometimes crazy place called life, to have some aspect of it that we have a say in. Say you ordered a coffee from the same place every morning, this offered you a nice start to the morning as well as giving you a feeling of routine. One day the coffee shop is shut down, while you CAN’T control the shop shutting down, you can control your reaction to it and

As children grow, their self-care skills develop alongside their independence, confidence, and sense of responsibility. Between the ages of 9 and 11, many children are moving into upper primary school years and are capable of taking on more responsibility for their daily routines. Supporting young people to practice self-care routines not only prepares them for adolescence but also helps with executive functioning, organisation, and self-esteem. Many of our 9-11 year olds are

By the time children turn six, they’re usually eager to “do it themselves.” This is an exciting stage—self-care skills help kids feel capable and confident, and they also make family routines run more smoothly. Here are some of the everyday self-care skills many 6-year-olds are learning to master: 🌟 Getting Dressed Putting on and taking off clothes by themselves. Doing up zippers, snaps, and bigger buttons. Beginning to tie shoelaces (this can take practice—Velcro shoes are