Palforzia Exciting New Hope
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new medication developed by Aimmune Therapeutics, Inc., Palforzia, for individuals with peanut allergies. Palforzia is the first approved therapy for individuals...
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Benefits of Special Diets for Special Needs Children
Benefits of Special Diets for Special Needs Children What we consume can influence how our brains and bodies function. It should come as no surprise that many parents look to...
Puberty and Hygiene: How to Support Our Children
Puberty and Hygiene: How to Support Our Children From a freshly bathed baby to a sticky handed toddler, and then to a sweaty middle school-er, we are there as our...
Financial Planning: For Those Who Are at the Starting Line
Financial Planning I have always been a big thinker and quite an emotion-filled person. Even as a young person, I was the one to feel the worst when summer ended,...
Let’s Talk Toys The Gifts that Keep on Giving… Language
The Gifts that Keep on Giving… Language So, the holidays are over and your child has a pile of new toys. Before you just chalk them up as more things...
Requests Prior to IEP Meetings: Eval Reports and Draft IEPs
Request Eval Reports and Draft IEPs As you are getting ready for your upcoming eligibility or IEP meeting, have you requested a copy of the evaluation reports or a draft...
What Do You Do When Financial Hardships Hit
Tips to Conquer Financial Hardships Living “paycheck to paycheck” is a fact of life for many families and emergency funds are non-existent. Too often, money does not stretch far enough....
Think Camp Yes, You Can Send Your Child to Camp
Think Camp As I began to write this article, I thought back to my own experience years ago. For quite some time, I had hesitated to send my child away...
9 Things You Need to Know to Maximize Your Child’s Benefits
9 Things You Need to Know to Maximize Your Child’s Benefits Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare benefits are critical pieces of the financial base that will provide your child with...
Staying in the Green Zone With Positive Behavior Support
Staying in the Green Zone With Positive Behavior Support Do you ever feel like you are simply reacting to what happens? That your life lacks predictability and control? That your...
