Since before my daughter was born, I can remember buying her books. We read to her when she was young, and as she got older, we would take her to the library and bookstores to spark her reading. There are many books in our house that she has never opened. We know that reading is essential to her success - we live in a reading world. 

Now, you wouldn’t know that our daughter didn’t always love to read. She carries a book with her everywhere she goes now - to school, to dinner, in the car... anytime she has downtime, she is reading. 

Want to know how that happened? Let’s dig into the 3 steps that led her to become an avid reader.

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Learn how to help your child organize his backpack for a successful school year!

Truthfully, this episode is a great listen any time of the school year as a reminder and reset - we revisit the backpack throughout the school year. I know how hard it is when your child is frustrated and feels defeated with homework, and it starts with knowing where they left it and what is due, so that’s why I’ve put together 3 things you can do right now to help your child organize her backpack for success! 

As a parent, helping your child to stay organized isn’t about the work; it’s about helping your child stay emotionally regulated and feeling supported. So if you’re ready to take the unorganized backpack from chaos to calm, grab your favorite journal and let’s dive in!   

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Learn parenting tips for parenting during middle school 

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To win at school meetings, focus on active listening, clear communication, and collaborative problem-solving. Instead of rambling or presenting information passively, try to frame your thoughts to encourage participation and build consensus. For example, instead of "We need to address this," try "What are your thoughts on how we can best approach this?"

In this episode, Nicole provides 3 winning strategies for your next school meeting.

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One of the things that I learned early on our dyslexia journey is that dyslexia often co-occurs with other difficulties. In other words, most of the time, dyslexia is not the only struggle for dyslexics. I call these co-occurrences, dyslexic sisters. Sisters may include speech, anxiety disorders, developmental language disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The research estimates that 30% of people with dyslexia are also AD/HD. 

Both children with dyslexia and AD/HD may be underachieving in school, even though they are often bright and motivated. The goal is to meet their potential. Children with these disorders must be carefully evaluated because treatment for one disorder is different from that for the other. Inaccurate diagnosis can lead to inappropriate intervention and a delay in timely, effective intervention. Early intervention is key for both dyslexia and AD/HD.

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Early in my dyslexia parenting journey, I took every piece of business advice as gold. I was so eager to learn everything I could get my hands on about dyslexia that I rarely stopped to ask, does this make sense for my parenting journey and the best way to help my daughter? 

But over the years, I learned a valuable lesson: not all advice is good advice. Some of the most common expert tips can steer you in the wrong direction.

The truth is, every child with dyslexia is different, and what works for one child might not work for another. That’s why your intuition is so important! 

Some of my biggest wins have come from doing the exact opposite of what the so-called “rules” say to do.

Today, I’m sharing five pieces of bad dyslexia advice I’m so glad I ignored. 

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Early in my dyslexia parenting journey, I took every piece of business advice as gold. I was so eager to learn everything I could get my hands on about dyslexia that I rarely stopped to ask, does this make sense for my parenting journey and the best way to help my daughter? 

But over the years, I learned a valuable lesson: not all advice is good advice. Some of the most common expert tips can steer you in the wrong direction.

The truth is, every child with dyslexia is different, and what works for one child might not work for another. That’s why your intuition is so important! 

Some of my biggest wins have come from doing the exact opposite of what the so-called “rules” say to do.

Today, I’m sharing five pieces of bad dyslexia advice I’m so glad I ignored. 

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We are diving into assistive technology for dyslexia. If your child is struggling with reading, writing, or spelling, you might be wondering:

• What is assistive technology?
• Is it too early to introduce assistive technology?
• Will it help them learn or make them dependent on it?
• What are the best tools, and how do I get started?

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In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that so many of you have reached out about, navigating dyslexia in a private school. Maybe you chose a private school for smaller class sizes, a faith-based education, or a strong academic reputation. But now you’ve realized your child is struggling with reading, spelling, or writing—and you’re wondering, Does this school really have the support my child needs?

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If you’re parenting a child with dyslexia, you already know how important it is to be proactive, especially when it comes to school transitions.

Whether your child is moving from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, or transitioning into a new grade with a new teacher, this process can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry—today, we’re breaking it down into simple, actionable steps so you can feel prepared and confident as you navigate this journey.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what to focus on right now, how to plan, and what specific questions to ask to set your child up for success next school year. So grab your coffee or pop in those earbuds while you fold the laundry, and let’s dive in!

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