What Is Asperger Syndrome?
To help Raise awareness on the various disorders, Parenting Special Needs Magazine will be highlighting one disorder per issue. In this issue we are highlighting Asperger’s Syndrome
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“Real Life”… Sibling Survey by Tyler, Morgan & Elyse
A nationwide study of the behaviors, attitudes, and views of “typically developing” children was conducted by 3 high school students for their science research program. They share their finding with us
PTO Mission: Get Struggling Readers Books They Can Read!
A mother’s story about her daughter’s reading struggles and a vision to support all learners with reading difficulties
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...
The Gift of a Limb
The Gift of a Limb Preparing to Receive a Gift: January 16, 2003 was possibly the darkest day of my life. The sight of our son, Wyatt’s, black and lifeless...
From the Heart: It’s the Most Wonderful Time…
As the Holidays approach us, it reminds us to stop and count our blessings and celebrate our victories: both big and small. Heaven knows I need to do it more...
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...
Dealing with Changes in School Routines During the Holiday Season
Dealing with Changes in School Routines During the Holiday Season For many households, the holiday season is a time filled with changes in routine, which can be stressful for both...
Family: Where Life Begins & Love Never Ends
Family: Where Life Begins & Love Never Ends I knew I wanted to be a parent my whole life. In my mid-30’s, I realized it wasn’t going to happen “naturally”....
Private Duty Nursing: What Is It? Why You Need It? And How to Get It
Private Duty Nursing I am a mom of a special needs child that is medically complex. For the first 2 years of his life, my husband and I did everything...
