“If I Need Help” Offers Creative Low Tech Solution for Those Who Wander
So, it happened one day when we weren’t expecting it; my son wandered off. We weren’t expecting it because my son Vincent is not a wanderer or a runner. One...
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Why Me? Why My Child? Wisdom Found in the “Hero’s Journey”
Wisdom found in the “hero’s journey” Personal growth and expansion is so wondrous – the opening of a lotus flower – an I’mage from Buddhism. Representing a soul that is...
Make-A-Wish Is Not Just for Sick or Dying Kids
Make-A-Wish We were recently at a doctor appointment with our 3 1/2 year old son when the doctor asked “had we ever thought about applying for a wish to be...
Real Moms Share: Evana Sandusky
Evana Sandusky shares about 10 years of motherhood Evana is mother to a child with Down syndrome, AV canal defect, Wolff- Parkinson White syndrome, sleep apnea, and asthma. She is...
9 Great Toddler & Preschooler Toys for Kids with Special Needs
Are you looking for some great toys for the holidays (or even a birthday)? Here are a few favorites of ours. Some can be a bit pricey, most you can...
Thanksgiving: A Perfect Time to Learn How to Set the Table
Proper Table Setting: a good life skill… This year, as we are trying to assign roles and keep our children busy doing functional tasks during the holidays, I think learning...
Tech the Halls and Transform Screen Time to Sharing Time
Gifting technology to a child during the holidays can be a terribly exciting experience. However, being chastised by well meaning relatives or friends about “too much screen” time can suck...
Gifting Holidays: Overcoming Challenges and Promoting Enjoyment
Gifting Holidays Birthdays, holidays and other special occasions (e.g., graduations, weddings) are commonly associated with gifts. Giving and receiving gifts during these celebrations can be exciting and enjoyable, but may...
Gifts and Giving: Four Moms Share How They Celebrate the Holidays
Four moms share how they celebrate the Holidays, what they look for when choosing gifts for their kids and tell us about their traditions in their home Tracy Felix We...
Keep the Holidays Happy: The Do’s and Don’ts for Talking with Family and Friends
Keep the Holidays Happy: The Do’s and Don’ts for Talking with Family and Friends The holiday season is a time to spend with friends and family, but there’s a lot...
