Jennifer Thompson
Jennifer Thompson is a freelance writer for Indy's Child Magazine. She offers practical parenting advice on a variety of topics, making complex issues easy to understand. Jennifer also interviews experts to bring readers reliable and helpful stories, making her a trusted resource for parents. In addition to Indy's Child, Jennifer's work has been featured in Scary Mommy, Her View From Home, and Today's Parent.
Health & Wellness
Tweens and Teens: Teen Workout Safety Tips
At my son’s last well visit, I asked the doctor if it was an appropriate time for him to start lifting weights. This may...
Autism
Planning Playdate Activities for Autistic Kids
Want your child to make friends and develop social skills? Plan a playdate! It sounds simple, but if your child is on the spectrum...
This Month's Articles
Teens and Tweens: Life Skills to Teach Your Teen Before They Leave Home
A few years ago, the title of this article would have caused many sleepless nights while I pondered all I needed to teach my...
Special Needs
Special Needs: Children’s Books that Celebrate Disabilities
It’s important for all of us, at any age, to understand that we all are created differently - and that those differences are to...
Special Needs
CAMSE Kit
As parents, we may find ourselves jumping mental hurdles as we navigate the “what-if” situations our children could run up against. This can especially...
Schools & Education
Teens & Tweens: Establish Good Study Habits
As your child grows closer to adulthood, so does their workload. With work, sports, extracurriculars, family obligations, a social life and studies to stay...
Education
Special Needs: Prepping for Back to School
Back-to-school time can be an anxious time for some kids and caregivers alike — and possibly even more so if your child has special...
Special Needs
Feeding Picky Eaters
As parents, there are many things outside our control. We might try to enforce our schedules and desires, but our children are their own...
This Month's Articles
Feeding Hungry Teens on a Budget
We have four children in our home ranging in age from 12 to 18. Four hungry children with hungry friends who wander into our...
Special Needs
Profile On: Buttermilk Mountain
As a parent of a child with disabilities, thinking about your child’s future after you are gone might seem overwhelming — and even a...
Parenting
Combating Online Bullying
With tablets, smartphones, apps, streaming services, gaming devices and social media at their fingertips, teens and tweens have the potential to be overwhelmed with...
Special Needs
Tips for Planning Special Needs Playdates
Playdates are great for both kids and parents. They break up the monotony of the day and add scheduled time for socialization and play....