Ask Special Parents: Speech Strategies
Speech Strategies I need some help with a 5 year old with echolalia- it’s getting better but I need some more strategies! Before her speech was unintelligible or straight from...
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Relationship Rescue: Expressing Feelings Appropriately
Question: “How do I assist my special needs teen/adult to express their feelings appropriately”? Advice: Not an easy answer to say the least. I have found that, typically, the parent/adult...
Establishing a Positive Family Plan
As the New Year begins, we may find that our children are a little out-of-sorts. Typical daily activities such as transitions to and from school, family meals, and chores or homework may be
Special Needs Toy Buying Guide: Answering Many of the Questions About Buying the Right Toy.
What toy will be best for my child? What are the safety considerations I should be aware of? What features should I look for in a toy?
Inspiring Story: Self-taught Artist with Autism, Jessica Park
A nationally recognized self-taught artist with autism
Organization for the Holidays!
Organization for the Holidays! As an organizer I am always thinking ahead to being prepared for the holidays. I have already made an appointment with my favorite photographer for my...
Recipe Makeovers for Healthy Holidays
The holidays are filled with family gatherings and great food. It is a great time to make traditional recipes, but we also need to keep in mind our health and our families health
The Greatest Gift Of All Regaining Your Health & Your Groove
Regaining Your Health & Your Groove “I can’t raise him alone,” my husband said. I had just returned from the doctor. She had started me on high blood pressure medication....
Tiny Light Emma
Meet Tiny Light Emma. This sweet, seven year old is very social and loves those around her, especially her three brothers, Ryan, Matthew, and William. She loves gymnastics (or “jumping...
Ask Special Parents: Oral Care
Any suggestions for dealing with oral care battles in ‘tween years would be greatly appreciated. My ten year old son with autistic disorder and hates to brush or have his...