Avoiding the Big “ D ” – Denial
Avoiding the Big “ D ” – Denial Oh it’s true! As hard as I try, it sneaks in. I push it out of my brain and say, “It can’t...
Advice
Simple Pleasures
Simple Pleasures Muffin Tops Just what we have been asking for… only the top of the muffin. Plus, these VitaTop muffins are healthy, satisfying and only 100 calories. They come...
The Vows of Special Needs Parents
The Vows of Special Needs Parents When a family has a child with tremendous needs, what we do for her can sometimes overshadow everything else, including our relationship with our...
Understanding the Mental Skills Affected by ADD and ADHD (Part 1)
(ADD – Attention Deficit Disorder and ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyper Activity) It can be tough having ADD / ADHD, especially if you are a child. ADD and ADHD are...
Making Time for Fitness
Making Time for Fitness Time management may be one of the most debilitating aspects of life for families with special needs children. I have heard the “we don’t have time”...
How Do I Prepare for My Child’s Special Needs Future?
With the current economy the way it is… I am afraid we will never be able to retire. I am not even sure where or how to begin to prepare...
MOTORING through MEALTIME
Mealtime presents many opportunities for a variety of sensory and motor skills to be developed also! A lot of kiddos with special needs struggle with “picky eating” or “problem feeding”...
How to Use Choices and Preferences to Improve Cooperation
How to Use Choices and Preferences to Improve Cooperation We’re going to begin this article by stating the obvious: “People perform better – and, in general, behave better – when...
Tax Planning for Parents of Children with Autism
Parents or other caregivers of loved ones with autism may qualify for valuable tax benefits, which may be overlooked by some tax preparers
Being a Role Model
Role Model Have you ever thought about how your daily habits influence your children? When it comes to eating, it is important that you are providing your children with a...
