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Digital Tools for Neurodivergent Children: A Parents Guide

Digital Tools for Neurodivergent Children in Nigeria: A Parent’s Guide Parenting a neurodivergent child brings immense love, deep learning, and a constant search for the right support. Every child possesses unique needs. What works beautifully for one family may not work for another. Thankfully, technology makes this parenting journey a bit lighter. The right digital […]

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From “Fixing” to Flourishing: Why Neuro-Affirming Care is the Parenting “Software Update” Every Parent Needs

ADHD, Autism and Special Needs, Featured Parenting / 5 minutes of reading

You’re at a birthday party in Lekki. The music is pulsing, the bouncy castle is a whirlwind of chaos, and while the other kids are screaming with joy, your child is in the corner with their hands over their ears—or perhaps they are staring intensely at a single blade of grass, completely tuned out. In

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Mastering Inclusion: A New Strategy for Autism in 2026

Autism and Special Needs, Featured Posts / 4 minutes of reading

April 2nd is World Autism Awareness Day, the global conversation is undergoing a powerful transformation. We are moving beyond the era of simple “awareness” and entering a season of intentional acceptance and radical inclusion. The theme for 2026, “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value,” serves as a profound reminder for our community. Neurodivergence

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When Motherhood Meets Autism: Grace’s Journey of Faith, Guilt, and Resilience

Autism and Special Needs, Motherhood, Parenting / 6 minutes of reading

Grace Adebayo often lies awake at night, staring at the ceiling while the rest of her household sleeps. A single thought pierces her like a thorn: Who will love David when I’m gone? It’s not just a question, it’s a fear that follows her everywhere. On her morning commute. In meetings. In church pews. At

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Unraveling the Heartbreaking Link Between Autism and Suicide Ideation

Autism and Special Needs, Featured Parenting, Featured Posts / 6 minutes of reading

Unraveling the heartbreaking link between autism and suicide ideation is essential in being able to support more students on the spectrum. The death of Caitlyn Scott-Lee at Wycombe Abbey School highlights the consequences of mental health struggles among young students. The fixation on her first-ever detention emphasizes how minor incidents can impact vulnerable individuals. It

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An Educationist View on The Reality of Autism

Autism and Special Needs, Featured Posts, Parenting / 4 minutes of reading

A mother recounted how she was discouraged by her relatives when she wanted to investigate if something was wrong with her son. Her mother instincts had given her cause for worry as she noticed some developmental delays. Her relatives and even her husband were not willing to consider the possibility something was wrong. This was

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How To Choose The Right School For Children With Autism

Autism and Special Needs, Education, Featured Posts / 4 minutes of reading

Finding the right school for your child is an important decision. Her’s what you need to consider

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Top Things Parents Need to Know About Autism

Autism and Special Needs, Featured Posts, Parenting / 6 minutes of reading

April 2nd was World Autism Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness about autism; what it means for those on the spectrum and more importantly how we can all support them in their daily lives. Parents need support when it comes to raising children on the spectrum; and they need to know that help is

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LagosMums Talks Autism: The Myths And The Facts

Autism and Special Needs, Education, Featured Posts / 17 minutes of reading

April is Autism awareness month. LagosMums Talks had a chance to get an exclusive on the myths and facts of Autism with Monisola Olorunfemi, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I certainly learnt a lot and I am sure this insightful interview will give you valuable information as a parent, caregiver or concerned adult. See text

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Anthos House: A unique school for children with special educational needs (SEN) opens in Nigeria

Autism and Special Needs, Education, Schools in Lekki / 5 minutes of reading

Finally, children with special educational needs can now get the quality education they deserve. Special education has always been a challenging area, as most institutions lack the resources and expertise to provide support for children with special educational needs in Nigeria. In the last couple of years, special needs education has gained more exposure in

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