My Own Baby Signing Story
My initial motivation for teaching my son American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary was to give him a way to express his wants and
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Impact of Mom’s Failed Attempts at Advocacy
Nina G is America’s favorite female stuttering stand up comedian (granted she is the only one).
Real Moms Share: Jennifer Schwertfeger
Jennifer Schwertfeger family “Grace: a powerful lesson in resilience”… Jennifer Schwertfeger is a special mother who contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section. We asked her to give us...
Mommy’s Timeout: Jenison Majestic Drive
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Imagine yourself here along this majestic drive with the beautiful blue sky and snow covered trees. Feel the cool...
Gifts for Now… and Later
Gifts for the Holidays Holidays are a time to get together with friends and family and gift giving is oftentimes a part of the party. This year there are some...
2014 Cover Winner: Courtney Barnum & Liam
Courtney Barnum sent in this cute picture of her and her son, Liam, who is 8 years old. Liam has autism, BPD, ADHD and OCD, among other diagnoses. He is...
Sharing! Updates: Caring Santa, Toy Guide, and Freedom Chair
Caring, Sensitive Santa Caring Santa is an opportunity for children with special needs and their families to enjoy a photo session with Santa. Extra care has been taken to support...
Read, Learn and Grow with Books
Read, Learn and Grow with Books This holiday give the gift of learning. This is an excellent way to give affordable, fun and educational gifts that provide discovery, escape and...
How Do You Create or Maintain Peace and Joy During the Holidays?
How Do You Create or Maintain Peace and Joy During the Holidays? Parenting Special Needs readers shared with us on Facebook how they create peace and joy in their lives...
Sharing “I CAN!” attitudes: Proud Parent; Proud Father!
Proud parent; Proud Father! My son, David, will turn 19 years old in a couple of weeks. He was born 4 months premature, weighed less than 2 pounds and was...
