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Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that rejects one-size-fits-all solutions & empowers educators to design learning experiences so all students can increase their brainpower & own their learning. @KatieNovakUDL @MirkoMilk @cultofpedagogy https://t.co/XpgXBuZ5JI

MIL will not spell my kid's name correctly and it's driving me insane.

So, for about a year now, my MIL has been spelling my son's name incorrectly. His name isn't uncommon. Not highly common but, you probably know someone who has the name. It's also spelled in the traditional way. Nothing fancy. If his name was Tyler she would be spelling it Tylur. It's not a huuuuuge deal, but me and my husband have both told her on multiple occasions how to spell his name, she just refuses! I don't get it! He has stuff with his name on it that she's seen, held, and commented on. I know I can't stop her, but it's driving me mad every time I text her. I don't want to show her things because shes going to spell his name wrong... this is the end of my rant.

Teen son going all the way

I found some text messages on a shared computer last night between my 17yo son and his gf of the same age. It was definitely about a sexual experience they'd had that went all the way. I don't want to condone it, but I also don't want them making such risky choices. I know they have both drank too. That adds a whole other layer of crap to it. I plan on approaching it with communication versus control. Any advice would be greatly appreciated...

I regret this

My baby is 5 weeks old today and every day I am full of dread for the day ahead, it is so hard. My baby just screams a lot of the day I’m so mentally and physically exhausted from carrying him in weird positions to try get him to calm down, he has acid reflux and we’re trying to navigate that too so he sleeps poorly, from about 3am onwards he wakes every hour. I find myself everyday saying I can’t do this anymore. I don’t want to be a mum anymore. If I could go back in time I would undo this. Which is crazy because I love my baby so so much it hurts, but I just feel so regretful every day. I guess I’m just sharing on here what I’d never say out loud to anyone I know. I keep hearing people say it gets easier but I can’t imagine a day where me and my baby are both enjoying his wake times.

Just during the nappy change you least expect...

Down Syndrome

I gave birth to a son a few weeks ago who was unexpectedly diagnosed with Down syndrome. We were completely unprepared for this diagnosis and are considering adoption as an option. The thought of raising a child with special needs and caring for an adult with special needs for the rest of our lives is daunting and not something we are confident we can handle emotionally. My partner and I have both had our struggles with mental health in the past. We have 2 other children to consider as well. Parents of children/ adult children with Down Syndrome or siblings of a person with Down Syndrome, we would love to hear the good, bad and ugly of this diagnosis. Re adoption- there is something called the Down Syndrome adoption network for families who are prepared and ready to welcome a child with Down syndrome into their families. This is the organization we would work with.

If one more person buys my baby a stuffed animal …..

She will have enough stuffed animals to open a zoo

think i did something right raising my kids & I'm so proud of them!

Today was my youngest's (f) 15th birthday, she asked for a shopping trip from me & her dad which we'll do at the weekend but to celebrate today my eldest (19m) hosted a little tea party at his new flat for us and surprised her with a scavenger hunt with clues and the final 'prize'/birthday present of tickets to go see My Chemical Romance. She was speechless! I don't have any relationship with my brother so I'm so proud and lycky that my 2 have such an amazing bond!

What do your spouses/husbands/partners do for a living?

Just curious.

Husband thinks it’s time for our daughter to shave her arm pits

He said he doesn’t want a peer to notice her arm pit hair and say something. She’s 11, is this too young? Are kids even shaving body hair these days? She has had issues with bullies in the past so I see his point. And with living on the gulf coast of Texas we do spend a lot of time out side in swimsuits. But do I approach her? Wait on her to ask? She’s adhd, autistic and amazing but self awareness isn’t a strong trait of hers and neither is good hygiene.

A book that will get your #child to sleep! Is it too good to be true? https://t.co/2ql03tB193 #bedtimestory

From overalls to Doc Martens and platforms shoes, these teens and their parents hilariously try to make sense of 90s fashion! 📹 Watch the video here and tap 👉 https://t.co/K9cvBpZmuK to read the full piece. https://t.co/uRUYwONLuH

This is one simple way to help non-Indigenous children learn more about the culture of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people. Five Indigenous games to play with your children: https://t.co/muFvWiv9Od https://t.co/5xMAJ4JYRL

8 year old only wants to read books w pictures

My step-son only wants to read books if they have pictures in them. He pretty much only reads comic books. Should I be concerned or is this normal? He has ADHD and I worry about his reading level but perhaps this is normal. He reads a lot of those captain underpants books and what have you. I intend on getting him more books without pictures for his bday but his dad is also into comic books so it’s hard to phase him out of picture books. Any advice is greatly appreciated!

Bartender Dad prepares a bottle with style 👌