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...
Nov/Dec 2014
Holidays: A Time for Family and a Time for Food
Candy Food What would the holidays be like without candy? Not much fun, especially for young children. Even if your child is on a special diet or you are just...
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...
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...
Holiday Cheer and Technology for the New Year
‘Tis the season for new technology! If you are considering gifting technology for the holidays, you may appreciate some guidance on sorting out which device to purchase, must-have accessories and...
Phrasing, Praising & Playing: Why Language is Essential in Movement
Phrasing, Praising & Playing “It’s time to work with Eric!” No. It isn’t. That’s a typical instruction parents give prior to my sessions with their children. True, we will be...
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...
Can You Do the CAN CAN?
CAN CAN Song After a holiday party, there might be an excess of empty aluminum cans. It’s just the right material for a fun game. So, before you bundle the...
Mom Approved Gifts: Perfect Season for Fun
Mom Approved Gifts Buying gifts for a child or teen with special needs can prove challenging. As a Mom to a son who has Cerebral Palsy, I have struggled over...
Cooking With Kids: Festive Holiday Pretzel Treats
Encouraging Speech & Creating Yum! Festive Holiday Pretzel Treats The Holiday season is the perfect time to teach children about the spirit of giving. Gift giving can be a good...