Mar/Apr 2017

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Starting Small to Make Big Changes

Start Small, Create Big Changes: When our son needed private duty nurses at his school, we took matters into our own hands. By educating the superintendent and principal about policies like discipline protocols for emergencies involving these caregivers, we ensured he received proper care while learning.

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Encourage Your Children to Move with Joy

Find playful movement wherever you can – in a bubble chaser’s leap or superhero swing. While purposeful practice matters too (who knew hand-eye coordination could be so much fun?), remember: true confidence blooms when play meets progress in balance. Let joy lead – your child will follow. #MovingWithJoy

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Cooking with Kids: Peanut & Apple Butter French Toast Bake

This simple peanut & apple butter french toast bake recipe pairs kitchen science with heartwarming family time—perfect for teaching kids measurements while creating a cozy brunch centerpiece kids can help serve! Yummy kid-friendly twist on classic French toast, baked to golden perfection!

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Fun Food Apps to Encourage Healthy Eating

Explore fun food apps with your kids and watch their love of learning grow! Toca Kitchen 2 teaches healthy eating through interactive cooking games, while Flashcards for Kids helps build essential vocabulary around foods. Both bridges the gap between playtime and practical nutrition education—perfect for family bonding and smart development.

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The Folly of Fitness Focus a User’s Guide

Why Fitness Matters: Tailored Programs for Special Needs Strength Discover how targeted fitness programs can build cornerstone abilities like core strength, balance, and motor skills in autism spectrum individuals. Dive into accessible strength-building exercises that translate to everyday life success – directly within your grasp with practical insights on developing daily life skills via fitness.

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Staying Healthy with a Proper Diet

Discover how switching to a natural diet can transform your health. Say goodbye to pharmaceutical side effects and hello to vibrant well-being. Learn which foods truly support your body—no big pharma required. Transform your family’s wellness naturally today!

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The Gut-Brain Connection and Children with Special Needs

Your child’s sensitive nervous system impacts their behavior. A growing body of research confirms what many parents already know: poor digestion takes a toll on mood and energy levels — especially in children with learning challenges or sensory disabilities who are often more prone to “gut issues” than others.

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