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Got Parent Support? My Advice to Parents Is Get Parent Support

Discover invaluable Parent Support Tips for Raising Children with Visual Impairment! Learn practical family resources, gain guidance on navigating educational services like IDEA law, and empower your child’s future through specialized programs. Why wait? Unlock the secrets to supporting your visually impaired child today!

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Surgery Survival

Navigating repeated heart surgeries, like the Walker family has done over 50 times, can seem daunting. But Diane Walker’s practical guide offers hope. She shares wise insights gleaned from juggling multiple pediatric cardiac procedures—like soothing techniques for post-surgical tremors and creating healing recovery environments. “Settings like my hospital’s healing gardens helped me regroup,” says Diane.

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I Do Not like Being a Special Needs Parent and That’s OK

Morning routines with special needs children are a daily battle, filled with emotional outbursts and exhausting tasks. From eye gouging scratches to messy feedings, every day brings new challenges that test your patience. It’s okay to admit you’re overwhelmed—this journey is tough but not insurmountable.

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How to Make Spring Break Fun for Kids with Special Needs

Make Spring Break Extra Special for Kids With Special Needs Stress less and have fun by planning ahead – even if you’re staying close to home. Find accessible activities in your area that fit your child’s sensory needs, mobility, diet, sleep habits, etc. Spring break is a time for joy, not anxiety.

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Help Motivate Your Kids With This Powerful Tool!

Build a vision board with your kids: A powerful tool for motivating young minds A vision board is a visual representation of future dreams. Turn goal pursuit into daily motivation by creating an inspiring display. Gather supplies like construction paper, images from magazines or the internet, scissors, glue, and markers.

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Five New Year’s Resolutions

Prioritize your needs: Focus on yourself amidst life’s chaos. Special needs parents often put others first, but carving out personal time leads to greater happiness and resilience. Why it matters for you: – Recharge so you can continue providing the best care. – Break the guilt cycle tied to self-care.

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2018 Holiday Gift Guide

Discover expert holiday gift ideas that spark joy, build skills, or make life a little easier—hand-picked for kids with special needs! From tech to toys and creativity-boosters, find the perfect present. Happy holidays from your friends at Special Needs Magazine! #BestHolidayToys2018

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Parent’s Perspective: Lindy Lee

Choosing Between Public and Private: A Family’s Perspective Our story is the Lee family—a diverse intercultural group of two amazing children who live with Autism and Anxiety in the heart of Michigan.

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Parent’s Perspective: Schyla Crown

Our journey through different educational paths has been tough but enlightening. Switching from a struggling public kinder/grade school experience to a supportive charter program showed us the difference consistency, attention, and tailored learning can make for her progress and happiness.

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