Social emotional learning (SEL) is the process in which children learn to understand emotions. They then use what they know about emotions to manage them effectively as well as help others in need. Understanding emotions helps children develop and foster healthy relationships with others. SEL is becoming more and more important in our schools as … [Read more…]
Stuck home for awhile? We have all recently found ourselves in a very unique situation. We are suddenly becoming homeschool parents and not by choice. Don’t get me wrong, I love spending time with my kids, but being home with them for 4 weeks DURING the school year will be very overwhelming. Although I am … [Read more…]
When you are a parent of with special needs, even just everyday tasks can feel daunting and overwhelming. Whether it’s food shopping, a trip to the playground or a going to the mall, these experiences can be overstimulating and uncomfortable for an individual with unique needs especially for those with sensory needs. That means visiting … [Read more…]
Summer is an important time for kids to have fun, play and make new friends! This, however, can be difficult for kids with special needs. Not all activities, camps and programs accommodate children with unique needs making summer fun difficult at times. It is also important to prevent the summer slide especially for children with … [Read more…]
Bright lights, loud music, big crowds! These are all things we have become accustom to when attending an event, concert or even a museum. For many, this is just par for the course, but for families with children that have special needs, this can be a nightmare. Kids (and adults) with sensory issues often miss … [Read more…]
Children with special needs don’t carry signs of where they struggle. It is not easy for them to articulate solutions to obstacles they face. The world of special education is complex with no one solution that works for all but thankfully with companies like Fun & Function there doesn’t have to be one solution. There are … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so unbelievably excited to partner with Diggerland USA and SAMBULANCE. Located in West Berlin, NJ. Diggerland offers amazing opportunities for ALL kids to ride, play and learn. We are honored to be able to share with you their learning adventures all season long! For those of us who have children with special … [Read more…]
When my daughter was diagnosed with autism I always wondered how I would tell her big brother. As my son grew older, he heard words such as “autism” and “special needs” and began to ask questions. I always tried to simplify everything by saying, “Your sister has special needs.” I did not really focus on … [Read more…]
Giving back to the community is how a friend and colleague described the first smile a baby provides their parent. After all the tireless nights, tears, and adjustment to a newborn, a smile has a deeper meaning for first time parents. The smile expresses connection and a milestone. In the modern child’s life, milestones are … [Read more…]
Sensory Friendly Theaters in NJ A Sensory Friendly Performance is one that has been adapted to provide a relaxed and safe environment for individuals with autism, learning differences, or other sensory and communication needs so that they and their families may enjoy live theater together. At Mommy University, we know the importance of introducing kids … [Read more…]