What is Prader-Willi Syndrome?
To help Raise awareness on the various disorders, Parenting Special Needs magazine will be shining a light on Prader-Willi Syndrome.
Diagnosis
How Do You Talk to Your Child About Their Diagnosis?
Diagnosis Neuropsychologist Dr. Marie Van Tubbergen, Ph.D., of the University of Michigan’s Rehabilitation Psychology and Neuropsychology Pediatric NeuroRehabilitation Program advises parents to let the child lead short, casual discussions that...
‘For Jason…A Mother’s Story’
I became a mom at the age of nineteen, to a beautiful, perfect little boy named Jason Matthew Burkhardt. My dream of becoming a mother was
What is Rett 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 Rett Syndrome
Is it Autism?
My youngest daughter is 14 months old and not yet talking. For several weeks my husband and I have been commenting on her lack of language
Nico’s Rise to Victory from Pediatric Stroke
Little did we know that at the time we chose this name, it would have so much meaning
Your Baby is Not Normal
The young mother put her baby down on the bed and eyed him lovingly. “Baby,” she said softly
Concerned Family & Friends
Even with wonderful new awareness and early screening, one in 150 U.S. children are still diagnosed with some form of Autism or developmental disorder. I feel it is also relevant to bring awareness and support to parents….
