The CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics have changed the checklist of developmental milestones for 15-30 months, making it easier for pediatricians to identify delays in children sooner. With clearly...
The Gift of “me time” for Mom We all know that raising, supporting and advocating for your child with special needs means sometimes we don’t recognize the person we are...
Robin, 47, grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and attended Clarion University of PA pursuing Communications. She met her husband Ted Suzelis in the summer of 1994 while working a summer...
Healthy Habits for Kids The topic of health and wellness has been a big one for the last two years. We have discussed health apps for medication management and telehealth...
The decoration of eggs began sometime during the 13th century. Many people are attracted to this form of art due to the smooth and oval shape of the egg. The...
There seems to be tension between safety and independence that we experience as families. Many families I’ve spoken with believe that if they allow their loved one to develop their...
Electronic Medical Records or Patient Portals, as they are often called, provide us with many benefits for accessing our medical files. Of course, as with anything, there will be pros...
Few people make important healthcare decisions without talking it over with a trusted family member or a caring friend. But for someone with a disability, this partnership can often lead...
There is no doubt that adequate nutrition for your child plays an important role for neurological, physical, behavioral, and social development. This is especially true for children with special needs....
Mary is a 6-year-old child. Her mother and father, Betty and Tom, wait anxiously at a psychologist’s office. When called into the appointment room, they hear that Mary has been...
