How to Create a Calming Closet: How we did it!
Calming Closet We asked Mr. Alex (as he is often called) to provide us with suggestions and ideas on how to makeover a storage closet into a calming closet for...
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Sensory Spaces for You, Me, and SPD
Sensory Spaces Life gets busy and crazy for us all. So, we all know that we need to make time to take care of ourselves and create that “me” time....
Using Research to Guide Decision Making
Research As family members of someone with a disability, we are often torn when trying to decide what’s best for our kids. Thanks to the internet, there are answers to...
Visual Supports: A Key to Maintaining One’s Day-to-Day Living
Visual supports in the home a key to maintaining one’s day to day living. When it comes to providing aid and assistance to someone, neurotypical humans use visuals more than...
Divorces with Special Needs Children Require More Planning
“I want a divorce” are hard words to say. Reaching this point can be especially difficult when the welfare of children comes into play, and even more so for parents...
Traveling Different: How to Enjoy This Years Summer Vacation
Traveling Different According to a recent IBCCES study of families on the spectrum, 87 percent of one thousand parents interviewed said that they have never traveled with their child, yet...
Mom Makeover from the Inside Out (Part 2)
In case you missed part 1 of Mom Makeover from the Inside Out, start reading here. The gift of “me time ” for Mom When you hear the word...
Summer Goals and Fun!
While summer represents a time for fun, it can also unearth challenges. Sometimes, togetherness is not always blissful, boredom can lead to destructive behaviors and a break from learning can...
The Wren’s Kevin Whalen’s New Solo Album
[Click to Listen to Podcast] Welcome to Parenting Special Needs Live Show Today Special Guest is Kevin Whalen from the WRENS. Ever feel like you had to put your dreams...
Sibling’s TRUE Feelings, Resentment, and More!
[Click to Listen to Podcast] In this video, I talk with siblings about their TRUE & REAL feelings about being a sibling to a brother or sister with special...
