How Can My Child Be Independent?
How Can My Child Be Independent? Independent / independence …. Not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself. We usually associate...
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A Parent’s Roadmap to Improving Challenging Behavior With Positive Behavior Support
Positive behavior support transformed the life of our son, Richie, and our family as a whole. This article will share our experiences as we developed a better understanding of Richie’s...
Meet Isaiah, Samuel and Elijah
Isaiah, Samuel and Elijah This issue’s cover photo was sent to us by proud Mom, Jami De La Cerda. It features her son, Isaiah, 13, and twins, Samuel and Elijah,...
5 STEPS TO HELP YOUR CHILD MANAGE EMOTIONS
5 STEPS TO HELP YOUR CHILD MANAGE EMOTIONS Teaching Your Child Emotion Management: A Five-Step Guide When parents think about teaching their children social skills, they often focus on...
Learning Life Skills: Tech Can Play a Role
Learning Life Skills: Tech Can Play a Role As parents of children with disabilities, we do our best every day to ensure that our kids receive the supports and services...
“Mom & Me” 2016 Cover Winner: Shannon & Alyssa
Shannon & Alyssa Our Mom & Me cover winners are Shannon (Mom) and her sixteen year old daughter, Alyssa. This wonderful photo was taken on a “friends and family” fishing...
Improve Mobility with These Options for Financing a Van
There are enough challenges raising a child with special needs, and transportation and mobility should not add undue stress. Equipping a vehicle for wheelchair or specialty stroller access can be...
Emotional Freedom Technique: Tapping to Wellness for Ourselves and Our Children
Emotional Freedom Technique Are you up for a unique approach? Up to trying something that you have never done before? Giving it a whirl even though the rest of your...
The Right Stroller Can Improve Your Mobility in the World
A good stroller can make all the difference in the world when it comes to mobility with a child who has special needs. Some of the best advice always comes...
Cultivating Support for Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors
Cultivating Support for Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors Have you ever experienced this situation: Your child has a meltdown, resists participating in an activity with other children, or does something that...
