What to Pack for School Lunches
When school starts, so does packing lunches again-if your child was home during summer with you. School lunches are usually dreadful and the majority of children should not eat what...
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Real Moms Share: Janice Fialka Shares about Her Thoughts on a “Dance That Matters”
Janice Fialka is a well renowned author and speaker who contributed to this issue’s “Real Moms Share” section. We asked her to give us an insight into herself, as well...
Special Fans: Firefighter
Wordless Wednesday Photo Submitted by Marla Doublin Saddler Post pics to our wall… and you just may be selected as our SPECIAL FAN! on our Fan page. Just go to...
Talk with Me: Enhancing Communication through Natural Family Routines
As parents, we want to hear about our children’s days, talk about issues of importance, and simply connect with our kids. Unfortunately, sometimes the ways in which
National Parks = American Treasures
A trip to a National Park, whether for a day, or more, will provide you with a wonderful experience.
Life Skills Programs: How to Stay Organized Teaching Essential Life Skills
Life Skills Programs Teaching our children life skills can be challenging, but essential for them to make it in the real world The Life Skills programs at school are a blessing....
Ask Special Parents: Learning from Chores
Learning from Chores ADVICE NEEDED: My son is 2 years old and developmentally delayed. He has recently started showing interest in helping with putting his clothes away and I was...
Did You Know About the Independent Living Center?
Do you know that every state has an “Independent Living Center” (ILC) that can assist families with transition planning, information and referral, peer support and independent living skills trainings? Visit...
Special Fans: Seely
My son, Seely, is non-verbal and autistic. He adores water, and it is one of his fixations. This trip to a cousin’s birthday party at a water park was his...
Mommy’s Timeout: Giant Sequoias Along the Crescent Meadow Trail
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Picture yourself here amongst the Giant Sequoias. Feel the majesty. Take a couple of deep breaths and begin to...
