ADHD is one of the most common childhood conditions that often persists through adulthood.  Parental support is critical for children with ADHD. 

Whether navigating a new diagnosis or seeking a second opinion, this session will guide you in becoming your child’s biggest champion. 

We’ll discuss:

- What an ADHD diagnosis means for your child
- How to provide support at home with routines and focus
- How to communicate effectively with your child’s school or childcare to create a support plan
- Exploring options like 504 Plans and school accommodations
- Steps to advocate for your child’s needs and ensure they receive the right support

You’ll leave empowered with the tools and knowledge to be a strong advocate for your child at home, school, and beyond.

ADHD Diagnosis: What It Means and What to Do Next

Annagjid (pronounced ah-nah-key) is passionate about helping families gain the skills to ensure that their child is able to utilize coping skills, conflict resolution, and use functional communication to have a healthy development of tools that can be used throughout their life. She has worked with children for 9 years and also has a 3 year old. She has dedicated her career to ensuring families have the tools to ensure that their child excels.

Annagjid Payne-Kato, VitalExpert Behavior Specialist

Sweta Patel, Vitalxchange Speech Specialist

When children hurt others or themselves, it can be challenging to know what to do. In this session, a behavior expert will help you understand why your child is acting out and teach you ways to respond. We’ll talk about:

- Why does hitting, biting, or kicking happen
- How to stop these behaviors and teach better ways to communicate
- Tips to stay calm and consistent during tough moments
- Ways to help your child express their feelings without hurting others
- You’ll leave with clear steps to guide your child toward safer, more positive behavior.

You’ll leave with clear steps to guide your child toward safer, more positive behavior.

Helping Your Child Manage Aggressive Behaviors

Patty Cordova, VitalExpert Behavioral Specialist

Marissa Nunes, VitalExpert Behavior Specialist

Brianne House, VitalGuide & VitalExpert Behavior Specialist

Bailey Johnson, VitalExpert Behavior Specialist

Does your child struggle with focus, following instructions, or managing hyperactive behaviors? This session offers support for parents using positive parenting strategies. Together, we’ll explore:

- How to create routines that encourage focus and calm
- Strategies to help your child follow instructions with less frustration
- Positive Parenting skills to address impulsivity and hyperactivity
- Help build a strong foundation for your child as a learner and ready for school.
- When to seek an ADHD diagnosis and support resources?

Helping Your Child with Focus, Hyperactivity, and Impulsivity

Does your child have trouble making friends or playing with others? In this session, a behavior expert will work with you to help build your child's social skills.

- How to teach sharing and taking turns
- Building your child’s confidence in social situations
- Helping with conflicts and frustration during play
- Fun ways to practice social skills at home

Helping Your Child with Social Skills and Play

Tantrums are a normal part of toddlerhood, but they can feel overwhelming, especially if they happen often. In this session, an experienced behavior specialist will coach you on how to manage common toddler behaviors. In this session, we’ll cover:

- Why tantrums happen and what causes them
- Ways to help your toddler calm down and self-regulate
- Behaviors that may need medical attention
- Tips for managing tantrums during daycare or school drop-offs and pick-ups
- How to handle meltdowns in public places or family gatherings

Managing Tantrums: Understanding and Handling Toddler Behaviors

Life as a busy parent can feel chaotic, but having daily routines for your child can make all the difference. 

In this session, a family life expert will help you:

- Create simple daily routines for mornings, mealtimes, and bedtime
- Build flexibility into your schedule without losing structure
- Teach your child to follow routines and take on age-appropriate tasks
- Manage transitions, like getting out the door on time or settling down at night
- Reduce stress and create a more predictable flow for your family

Setting Routines for Your Child: Solutions for Busy Parents

Nicole Morales, VitalExpert Pediatric Sleep Specialist

Sweta grew up with a family member who was blind, partially deaf, and had multiple health conditions. She saw firsthand how her teachers at the School of the Blind helped her become self-sufficient and confident. As Sweta grew older, she realized she wanted to find a profession that allowed children with delays and disabilities to become more capable. 

She has been practicing pediatric speech-language pathology for the better part of 20 years. In addition to addressing speech and language concerns, she also specializes in feeding therapy. She is a Mother to a 16-year-old with ADHD and a 12-year-old with anxiety, which has allowed her to connect on a more intimate level with parents and caregivers. She understands the struggles of parenting a child with needs.  

When she is not working, Sweta loves to cook, read, and spend time with her family. She and her family love Friday movie nights, game nights, and international travel.

Feeding your baby is about more than food—it’s about helping them grow and building a strong bond. In this session, we’ll talk about milk and formula feeding, starting solids, spotting food allergies, and making simple, healthy meals. You’ll also learn how to handle picky eating and create mealtime routines that bring your family closer.

Feeding Your Infant: From Milk to Mealtime

Catie Madison, VitalExpert Occupational Therapist

Feeding and soothing your baby can come with questions and challenges. This session is designed to give you the guidance you need to make confident decisions. We’ll cover:

- When breastfeeding doesn’t work: Bottle feeding tips and handling guilt
- Choosing the right bottle for your baby
- Introducing cup drinking: When to start and what type to use
- Recognizing signs of infant reflux, how to reduce symptoms, and when to see a doctor
- Pacifiers: Pros and cons, how they soothe, and tips for weaning

Feeding and Soothing: Tips for Your Baby’s Needs

Helping your child learn to communicate is an important part of their growth. In this session, we’ll cover:

- How to encourage your child’s speech development
- What milestones to expect for babies and toddlers
- Fun, simple activities to build communication skills
- Language skills in a multi-lingual household
- Signs of possible speech delays
- How to help your child with speech concerns like stammering, stuttering
- When and how to seek support if needed

Helping your child with language and communication

Arron Preston, VitalExpert Speech Specialist

Are you curious if your baby is meeting their milestones? This session is perfect for parents with babies under 18 months. We’ll review key physical, social, and language milestones like sitting up, crawling, and babbling. Gain peace of mind and personalized tips to encourage your baby’s growth or early intervention suggestions if needed.

Milestone Check: Is Your Baby on Track?

Jessical Glenbocki, VitalExpert OT Specialist

Kiera Rohan, VitalExpert OT Specialist

Talk with an experienced speech and language pathologist about ways to improve your child's speech skills. Get personalized goals and activities to support your child's speech development.

ADHD Diagnosis: What It Means and What to Do Next

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