Jan/Feb 2014

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Special Diets Do Not Need to Break the Bank!

Save Money on a GFCF Diet by Cooking Naturally Say goodbye to expensive meals when your child needs a gluten-free/casein-free diet! This post shows you budget-friendly strategies like buying seasonal produce, bulk ingredients, and smart substitutions that make natural foods affordable.

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ASK Angie ASL – Reading Tips

Boost your child’s reading skills with these simple superordinate classification activities using grocery shopping. Discover how to teach related schema, categorizing, and group membership in a fun, real-world context. Enhance ESL comprehension while making learning unforgettable!

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Fitness Every Day Flow Chart: A Guide for You (Yes, You)

Fit your schedule with fitness! No matter where life takes you—home or on-the-go—our Every Day Flow Chart breaks down how to weave movement seamlessly into any routine, for every body. Think small spaces and clever solutions that keep the fun rolling 24/7.

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Gluten-free for Weight Loss … ?

Discover Gluten-Free: A Guide to Healing Foods and Nutritious Choices Embrace a healthier lifestyle as you unlock the secrets of going gluten-free. A gluten-free diet helps those with celiac disease find relief from digestive distress while exploring delicious, wholesome alternatives.

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Creating a Financial Game Plan | A Milestone-Based Guide to a Special Needs Plan

Embrace milestones: Your guide to special needs planning Navigating life with a special needs child brings joy and challenges, especially when it comes to finances. Let these seven milestone checkpoints be your roadmap: 1⃣ Diagnose: Calm the storm first; knowledge builds strong decisions. 2⃣ Support system: Lean on community for understanding and resources.

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Cooking with Kids: Game Day Turkey Meatballs

Get ready to transform turkey meatballs from sidekick to star player! This kid-friendly meal lets everyone bask in delicious victory. Perfect for game day parties and cozy get-togethers—let’s make your dish the MVP of the feast!

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Can Your Thoughts Impact Your Child’s Behavior?

Why Your Thoughts Matter: Optimistic Parenting Techniques Can Transform Child Behavior Did you know your mindset can shape your child’s behavior? Negative thoughts lead to reactive parenting that hinders progress. But optimistic techniques empower caregivers, reducing tantrums and aggression while boosting self-esteem in both parents and kids.

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IEP Prep: Using the Mama Bear Strategy

The Mama Bear Way: Unleashing Your Inner Fury for Your Child’s Education When I first faced an IEP meeting with my autistic son by my side, I approached it like any other business negotiation—calm, collected, and armed with all the evidence to support our case.

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Interactive Technology May Be a Double-Edge Sword for Children

Tech Time Limits: Protecting Little Hands from Hidden Harm As touchscreens become ubiquitous in our children’s lives, new research warns of hidden dangers. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends strict screen limits — no more than two hours a day and none under two years old. Why?

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