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“5 Things Your ADHD Kid Means (But Forgets) to Tell You on Mother’s Day”

May 9, 2024

Being a mom is a thankless job. Sure, there’s a full day (a whole 24 hours!) dedicated to appreciating Mothers, but we all know appreciation from loved ones isn’t guaranteed on this day. If you’re a mom who is raising children with ADHD, you may have complicated feelings about Mother’s...

Michelle didn’t tell on her bully. Many kids don’t

May 8, 2024

Parenting for kids with disability

Photo and story by Louise Kinross Michelle Luis (above) loves to write and sing her own songs. It was during recess when she was “coming up with beats to write” in her head, that a girl from another class began bullying her. “My friends would be playing sports, and since...

The Power of Mediation in Property Division Post-Separation

May 4, 2024

Single Parenting

Experiencing a relationship separation can be an incredibly challenging and emotional time. Not only are you grappling with the personal impact, but you also find yourself needing to navigate the complex process of asset and property division – a task that can feel overwhelming. However, through the support of mediation,...

Choosing the Best Non-Surgical Face Lift: A Safety & Efficacy Guide

May 4, 2024

Single Parenting

Contents: In the quest for a youthful glow without the downtime or risks associated with surgery, non-surgical face lifts have surged in popularity. You’re probably wondering, what’s the best option out there? There are so many treatments available, from laser therapies to cutting-edge ultrasound technology. Navigating the world of non-invasive...

How to find the best protein powder for me?

May 3, 2024

Single Parenting

This article about which protein powder is best was last updated in 2024. Protein powders are a staple in many people’s diets, and as they grow in popularity, so does the number of varieties available. This huge choice may leave you wondering: “How do I find the best protein powder...

Where to find holiday deals online (with ways to save)

May 3, 2024

Single Parenting

Don’t go to your travel agent to book your next trip because you can find the best holiday deals online. I speak from experience. The last time I went to a travel agent, I had to wait in a queue outside the shop so I could book an appointment to...

11 Meditation apps to improve your life through mindfulness

May 3, 2024

Single Parenting

This article about apps to learn meditation was last updated in 2024. If someone mentioned meditation to me a few years ago I would have laughed and spat out my wine. I’m a mum! How on earth could I find time for peace and meditation? No, red wine was a...

5 Tips for building wealth after separation

May 3, 2024

Single Parenting

What does “wealth” mean to you? What did it mean to you before your separation? And how has that changed since everything else changed? For some, a separation is a fresh start. They can plunge into their new life with a decent share of the asset pool, secure in their...

Free vacation care your kids will love

May 3, 2024

Single Parenting

Note: This article was initially published in 2015. Given that the challenges for us mums remain the same, we thought it’d be fun to bring this idea into 2024 by updating it for you. ~ Beanstalk Mums Team The school holidays are upon us once more. Is it just me,...

Helping Your Children Deal with a Narcissistic Father

May 2, 2024

Single Parenting

It is one thing to co-parent with a narcissistic ex. It is another thing to protect your children from his manipulations while trying your best to help them grow up with some semblance of a father. As women who have loved scornful, vindictive men, we certainly have one of the...

Helping parents read their baby’s cues

May 2, 2024

Parenting for kids with disability

By Louise Kinross Erin Dowds helps parents connect with babies who show signs of autism. The early childhood educator and researcher at Holland Bloorview is adapting the Social ABCs—a program where parents are coached to read their toddler’s social cues and engage them through play—for babies aged six to 15...

Single parent travel: Expert tips for an unforgettable holiday

May 1, 2024

Single Parenting

Going on holiday or travelling with your kids as a single parent can feel overwhelming. The cost, the logistics, and the practicalities. All too often, single mums put holidaying in the hard basket or make a promise to do it another time. Please don’t do that. Spending quality time with...

“Are You Missing Play in Your Life?”

Apr 30, 2024

New Born, Parenting

Play is the unsung hero of stress management and wellbeing. Intentional and regular practice of playfulness is vital for busy ADHD brains that field many competing interests at a time – from careers and families to household obligations, symptom management, and more. Play, unfortunately, is often pushed to the bottom...

“The Bumbling Dad Trope, Reversed: On Motherhood with ADHD”

Apr 27, 2024

New Born, Parenting

If you grew up in the ‘90s like me, you undoubtedly watched sitcoms featuring the Dumb Dad. From Homer Simpson and Ray Romano to Tim “The Tool Man” Taylor, the Dumb Dad trope was as much a part of our generation as were chunky heels and butterfly clips. On the...

“The DEA’s Manufactured Crisis”

Apr 26, 2024

New Born, Parenting

The following is a personal essay reflecting the opinions of the author. It began with an Adderall shortage in 2022. Today, prescriptions for many stimulant medications used as the first-line treatment of ADHD are consistently and frustratingly difficult to fill. So it’s unsurprising that ADHD features prominently in the majority...

Play is at the heart of this nurse’s career with hospitalized children

Apr 25, 2024

Parenting for kids with disability

By Louise Kinross Irene Simpson (photo right) recalls tiptoeing into rooms at Bloorview Children’s Hospital to place stockings at the foot of children’s beds on Christmas Eve in the 1990s. “There was one patient who believed in Santa and every time I went in, he was wide awake,” she says....

75+ Gift ideas for Mother’s Day 2024

Apr 22, 2024

Single Parenting

Are you struggling with gift ideas for Mother’s Day? Say no more! We’ve had an incredible rummaging around and have come up with over 75 present suggestions that the queen in your life deserves. Get inspired and treat your Mum with our super-long Mother’s Day 2024 gift ideas. These presents...

“How I Became an Autism Advocate After My Own Mid-Life Diagnosis”

Apr 19, 2024

New Born, Parenting

As an AuDHD woman (autistic with ADHD) who was diagnosed later in life, I know what it’s like to be discriminated against and exploited, especially in the workplace, for my differences. It was those demeaning experiences that inspired me to pursue a Ph.D. to better understand invisible disabilities in professional...

“ADHD Lessons from Ultrarunning: Accept Help and Support Your Needs”

Apr 17, 2024

New Born, Parenting

For more than 10 years, I ran trail ultramarathons of 35 to 100 miles. I was decent at it, and I loved running those distances. But I’ll tell it straight: Long runs are hard, even if you’re trained for them. Distance runners anticipate difficulties and know to support themselves in...

A case for public preschool: New study reveals preschool benefits to be longer-lasting and substantial

Apr 14, 2024

Parenting

Key takeaways for caregivers Preschool lays a foundation for elementary school students to succeed. In the United States, as children approach kindergarten entry, it is increasingly common for 4-year-olds to be in non-parental group care and education, often in a center- or school-based setting where they can learn alongside peers....

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“5 Things Your ADHD Kid Means (But Forgets) to Tell You on Mother’s Day”

Michelle didn’t tell on her bully. Many kids don’t

The Power of Mediation in Property Division Post-Separation

Choosing the Best Non-Surgical Face Lift: A Safety & Efficacy Guide

How to find the best protein powder for me?

Where to find holiday deals online (with ways to save)

11 Meditation apps to improve your life through mindfulness

5 Tips for building wealth after separation

Free vacation care your kids will love

Helping Your Children Deal with a Narcissistic Father

Helping parents read their baby’s cues

Single parent travel: Expert tips for an unforgettable holiday

“Are You Missing Play in Your Life?”

“The Bumbling Dad Trope, Reversed: On Motherhood with ADHD”

“The DEA’s Manufactured Crisis”

Play is at the heart of this nurse’s career with hospitalized children

75+ Gift ideas for Mother’s Day 2024

“How I Became an Autism Advocate After My Own Mid-Life Diagnosis”

“ADHD Lessons from Ultrarunning: Accept Help and Support Your Needs”

A case for public preschool: New study reveals preschool benefits to be longer-lasting and substantial

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