By Catherine Mutti-Driscoll, PhDDirector of Executive Function Coaching, Hallowell Todaro ADHD Center It isn’t easy being a mom with ADHD. Once we become mothers, the gendered expectations ramp up, the demands on our executive functioning skills (brain-based skills that help us get things done) skyrocket, and access to downtime becomes almost nonexistent. Women are placed in an unwinnable bind, often told they need to work like they don’t have children and parents like they don’t work.  Adding to these challenges, […] The post Advice For Moms With ADHD From Someone Who Has Been There appe ..read more

By Kathryn Feder, NCC, LMHCDirector of School-Based Services and Clinical Director, Hallowell Todaro Seattle This is personally my favorite time of year. A new school year means so much possibility. As the director of school-based services at the Hallowell Todaro ADHD Center, I personally understand and appreciate all the emotions the back-to-school time brings for both students and their families. Excitement to see friends and go back-to-school shopping. Fear and worry about who their teacher will be; will there be […] The post Back to School with ADHD: Accommodations That Make a Difference a ..read more

By Grace Friedman, ADHD Coach If you or someone you love is navigating the challenges of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), you might have heard about ADHD coaching. But what exactly is an ADHD coach, and how can ADHD coaches help children, teenagers, or young adults with ADHD? Let’s dive in and explore these questions together. What is an ADHD Coach? Continue Reading – Click HERE The post ADHD Coaching 101 appeared first on Active Family Magazine ..read more

By Kathryn Feder, NCC, LMHCClinical Director, Hallowell Todaro Seattle With the holidays quickly approaching, it is important for folks with ADHD to understand the executive functioning challenges and stressors that this time of year can bring. The holidays are a time of joy, magic and fun, but they can also bring a disruption in routines, family stress, impulsive eating or buying, and other challenges. But the joy of the holidays can still be felt with the right planning and support […] The post How to Enjoy the Holidays with ADHD appeared first on Active Family Magazine ..read more

 AAA encourages all caregivers to have car seats inspected by certified car seat technicians As parents and caregivers, we all want to protect our children. However, even with the best intentions, car seat safety can often be overlooked. According to the National Digital Car Seat Check database, only one in four car seats are correctly installed. This statistic aligns with the findings from a consumer survey done by AAA Northern California and the National Safety Council, that revealed only one […] The post Car Seat Safety: Is Your Child’s Seat Installed Correctly? appeared first on Activ ..read more

By Elizabeth Kang Maui is, quite simply, magic. It’s a location we find ourselves returning to again and again, and when not there, daydreaming about constantly. Based on the number of resorts and hotels to choose from on the island, it’s clear that many people feel the same way. How to narrow down from the many choices and choose where to stay? We’re here to help. We’ve found a favorite in the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa. Read on to hear the top ten reasons this stunning resort tops our list of best stays in Maui — as if you needed another reason to visit. 10. It’s suitable for both famili ..read more

By Elizabeth Kang This month’s featured hotel offers a memorable experience that’s a great option for both a family, friends or couple’s vacation. It’s also a great last-minute option, as Quail Lodge is a quick under-two-hour drive, and as a large resort, typically has a few rooms available on short notice, even in the high season. Located on 850 acres in the sun-drenched Carmel Valley, Quail Lodge & Golf Club is a kid and pet-friendly oasis with multiple dining options, beautifully renovated rooms, an 18-hole, championship golf course, a soothing spa, and plenty of recreational activitie ..read more

By Stratford Schools Reading books during this busy first week of school where everyone is adjusting and learning new routines helps build community and introduce concepts. With the start to a new school year, we thought it would be fun to assemble book selections that speak to the myriad and mixed feelings kids have about the return to school. By now, some children, bored with summer and eager to reunite with friends, are entirely thrilled to be returning to the structure and social aspects of school. Others are not at all eager to return and the reasons for their reluctance are varied and of ..read more

By Dr. Laura Markham Here in the United States, the last weeks of summer are already upon us, and the new school year is already starting for some children. Whether you can’t wait till your kids are back in school or dread the more regimented days ahead, there’s one thing you can count on: Back to School is always a big transition. Kids who are starting school for the first time or moving to a new school have to cope with the biggest adjustment, of course. But all children will feel some excitement and maybe anxiety about moving up a grade, a new teacher, a changing social circle, and facing m ..read more

By Christine Carter, PhD Dear Christine, My daughter has a chronic health problem that we’ve been dealing with since she was almost three years old. Until very recently, I managed everything about her illness for her: appointments, medications, decision making around treatment, etc. She’s always been interested in learning more about her disease, and she’s been a compliant patient. But now that she is a teenager, she needs to be more in charge of herself, and more involved in making decisions about her treatments. In some ways, she’s doing this well; for example, she gives herself a weekly inj ..read more