Hi, my name is Mary M. Ernsberger, also known as the No-Nonsense Nana. Over 25 years ago, I began a journey to find real solutions and knowledge—not just for my son, but for myself as a parent and for families everywhere. I believe that no child, parent, or family should feel pressured to conform to the status quo when it comes to education, behavior, or health.

As a single mom raising three authentic, amazing children, I did the best I could with the information available to me—just like many of the parents reading this today. All I wanted was to raise happy, healthy children, and I thought I was on the right path… until my youngest son was labeled with ADHD after a brief 15-minute evaluation. That label changed everything.

The diagnosis led to years of judgment from teachers and administrators, and even bullying from classmates. Despite having an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), my son’s strengths were overlooked, and his weaknesses misinterpreted—creating a disconnect in his education. For example, in 5th grade, he excelled in reading, testing at an 11th-grade level outside of school, yet he was placed in remedial classes and told his achievements were impossible because of his ADHD diagnosis.

This personal journey sparked my mission to help families navigate behavioral challenges, learning differences, and holistic solutions for children. Through my experience, I discovered ways to support children with ADHD, advocate for their strengths, and empower parents to take charge of their child’s education, nutrition, and emotional well-being—without being trapped by labels or conventional expectations.

Continued on About Page ……