Grounded Roots Family Development Center

Grounded Roots Family Development Center Empowering families though childhood psychological testing, parent education, and counseling services

Professional Development for Childcare Providers and EducatorsOne of the biggest challenges in early childhood settings ...
03/13/2026

Professional Development for Childcare Providers and Educators

One of the biggest challenges in early childhood settings is transitions.

Moving from one activity to another can be difficult for many children, especially those with developing regulation skills or neurodevelopmental differences.

A few strategies that can make transitions smoother:

• Give a 5 minute and 2 minute warning before the transition
• Use visual schedules so children know what comes next
• Offer a clear countdown rather than sudden changes
• Provide movement or sensory breaks between activities

Predictability helps children feel safe and successful.

Supporting regulation in early childhood environments benefits every child in the room.

Grounded Roots Family Development Center provides training and consultation for educators who want to better understand behavior, regulation, and neurodevelopment.

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Spring Break or Spring Brake?For many teachers, school psychologists, and school staff, Spring Break isn’t really a brea...
03/11/2026

Spring Break or Spring Brake?

For many teachers, school psychologists, and school staff, Spring Break isn’t really a break. It’s catching up. Writing reports. Finalizing grades. Preparing for the final stretch to summer.

If you support children every day, this is your gentle reminder to tap the brake, even just a tiny bit.

Your work matters. And so does your well-being.

Read the full reflection here:
https://www.groundedrootsfdc.com/resource-blog

Did your household feel the time change this weekend?Many children struggle with the shift because their internal clock ...
03/11/2026

Did your household feel the time change this weekend?

Many children struggle with the shift because their internal clock has not caught up yet. This can look like:

• Difficulty waking up
• Trouble falling asleep
• More irritability or emotional reactions
• Difficulty focusing at school

A few things that can help this week:

☀ Get outside in the morning sunlight
🕒 Keep routines consistent
📵 Reduce screens before bedtime
🛌 Move bedtime slightly earlier for a few nights

Children with ADHD, autism, or sensory differences may need a little extra time to adjust.

A few small adjustments can make this week easier for everyone.

Grounded Roots Family Development Center supports families navigating learning, behavior, and neurodevelopment.

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Spring Break Idea: Frozen Toy Rescue ❄️Need something that buys you 30 to 60 minutes?Try this:Fill a plastic bin with sm...
03/10/2026

Spring Break Idea: Frozen Toy Rescue ❄️

Need something that buys you 30 to 60 minutes?

Try this:

Fill a plastic bin with small toys.

Add water.

Freeze overnight.

Give kids warm water, spoons, droppers, or salt and let them “rescue” the toys.

Why it works:
• Sensory input
• Problem solving
• Fine motor skills
• Focus and patience

Bonus tip: Put towels underneath and call it a “science experiment.”

Low cost. High engagement.

Need more sensory-friendly ideas tailored to your child?
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International Women’s DayToday we honor the women who advocate, educate, nurture, lead, and persist.To the mothers navig...
03/08/2026

International Women’s Day

Today we honor the women who advocate, educate, nurture, lead, and persist.

To the mothers navigating ARD meetings with courage.
To the teachers creating inclusive classrooms.
To the clinicians supporting growth and understanding.
To the girls learning to trust their voices.
To the women discovering their neurodivergence later in life and rewriting their stories.

Your work matters.
Your voice matters.
Your leadership matters.

At Grounded Roots Family Development Center, we are proud to support strong women and girls across the lifespan through comprehensive evaluations, advocacy support, and neurodevelopmental services.

Here’s to women who build roots and grow wings. 🌿

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Backyard Obstacle CourseUse what you already have:• Couch cushions• Pool noodles• Chalk lines• Laundry basketsCreate sta...
03/07/2026

Backyard Obstacle Course

Use what you already have:
• Couch cushions
• Pool noodles
• Chalk lines
• Laundry baskets

Create stations:
Jump
Crawl
Balance
Throw
Spin

This is heavy work, which helps regulate the nervous system.

When kids move their bodies, their brains calm down.

No tickets required. Just creativity.

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P is for PLAAFP — Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance.This section of the IEP describes:📊 ...
03/07/2026

P is for PLAAFP — Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance.

This section of the IEP describes:
📊 Current academic skills
🧠 Functional performance
🎯 Strengths and needs

It forms the foundation for goals.

If the PLAAFP isn’t accurate, the goals won’t be either.

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We’re teaming up with a local favorite to bring a little 'snap' to your afternoon on 3/25. Stay tuned for the salty deta...
03/06/2026

We’re teaming up with a local favorite to bring a little 'snap' to your afternoon on 3/25. Stay tuned for the salty details!

Celebrate 325 Day

Some children hold it together all day at school and fall apart at home.This can be called masking.Masking may look like...
03/06/2026

Some children hold it together all day at school and fall apart at home.

This can be called masking.

Masking may look like:
• Extreme fatigue after school
• Meltdowns once they get home
• Being “perfect” at school but overwhelmed at home
• High anxiety despite good grades

Masking is often a coping strategy, not manipulation.

If you are wondering whether your child may be masking ADHD, autism, or anxiety, a comprehensive evaluation can provide clarity.

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03/05/2026

Do you have a child who experiences tics or Tourette Syndrome?

Families in our area sometimes feel like they are navigating this alone, but there are incredible communities and resources available.

One opportunity is TIC-CON, a national conference focused on Tourette Syndrome and tic disorders. The event brings together families, clinicians, educators, and advocates to learn, connect, and share experiences.

They even offer scholarship opportunities to help families attend.

You can learn more here:
https://www.touretteconference.org/

If your child struggles with tics, support is available locally as well. Grounded Roots Family Development Center provides Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), an evidence-based treatment that helps individuals learn strategies to manage and reduce tic symptoms.

If you would like to learn more about CBIT or schedule a consultation, reach out here:
www.groundedrootsfdc.com/contact

Families deserve support, information, and community.

Ever heard the term “executive functioning” and wondered what it actually means?Executive functioning is the brain’s man...
03/05/2026

Ever heard the term “executive functioning” and wondered what it actually means?

Executive functioning is the brain’s management system. It controls:

• Planning
• Organization
• Task initiation
• Time management
• Emotional regulation
• Working memory

When kids struggle to start homework, forget instructions, or melt down during transitions, it may not be defiance. It may be executive functioning.

These skills develop over time and can be supported.

If you have concerns about attention, organization, or learning differences, we offer comprehensive evaluations for children and adults.

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Today is Tourette Syndrome National Advocacy Day.More than 350 advocates are traveling to Capitol Hill to meet with legi...
03/04/2026

Today is Tourette Syndrome National Advocacy Day.

More than 350 advocates are traveling to Capitol Hill to meet with legislators and advocate for better research, education, and care for individuals living with Tourette Syndrome and tic disorders.

You can help advocate from home.

It takes less than two minutes to send a message to your representatives supporting continued federal support for Tourette research and education.

Submit a Take Action Letter here:
https://tourette.org/take-action

If Tourette Syndrome has impacted your life, your family, or your community, today is a meaningful day to raise your voice.

At Grounded Roots Family Development Center, we are proud to support individuals and families navigating tic disorders through evaluation, education, and evidence-based treatment like CBIT.

Learn more about our services here:
https://www.groundedrootsfdc.com/contact

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