Neurodiversity and Bendy Bodies
Does your neurodivergent child have a very bendy body? Do they appear clumsy or get injured more than their peers? Maybe they have difficulty identifying the early body signals that should tell them when they are hungry, have to go to the bathroom, or are at risk of overheating? If so, you are not the only one. This collection of observations is more common than you might think.
Why Is My Child So Clumsy?
“Hey, Miss Becca! Why is my child so clumsy?” In this episode, learn why many people with ADHD also have a hard time with coordination and may seem more accident prone than their peers.
A Few of My Favorite (hypermobility & dysautonomia) Things!
What was a collection of cool party tricks when I was a kid (think body contortions, dislocating body parts on command, stretching my skin to a hilarious degree, and winning all tongue length contests) has turned into a slippery slope of arthritis, pain, nerve, muscle, and organ dysfunction, and inconsistent levels of ability from day to day. In order to continue to enjoy my work, my family, and my hobbies, I rely on a variety of products to help keep me going. Here is a list of my top 10 quality-of-life enhancing products for the hypermobile life. Check them out!
Burnout Blues
Hey, Miss Becca! My child is in a nervous system crisis. Where do we go from here? How can I help? Find out how The Lark Center approaches Autistic Burnout. It may be different than you think…
Staff Picks for Holiday Gifts
Find out what our clinicians are recommending this holiday season, and learn some of the hidden therapeutic benefits of some common toys you may not have thought of
Boundaries for “Besties”
“Hey, Miss Becca!” What happens when 2 friends have 2 very different perspectives about what their relationship means and where it’s going…especially when 1 is neurodivergent?
When School Hurts: How Compliance Culture is Dysregulating Our Kids
This may be an unpopular opinion—but school, as it exists right now, is damaging our children’s nervous systems.