Baby Steps Tips for Encouraging Your Child Toward Independence
Independence If anyone had told me six years ago that my daughter, Jaimie, would be out there exploring all the new and exciting things the world has to offer, I’d...
Parenting
Mommy’s Timeout: Lady Liberty
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to relax. Picture yourself here, with Lady Liberty, the National symbol of freedom. Take a couple of deep breaths and begin...
Did You Know That the Lucky Fin Project (LFP) Has Sent Handmade Bracelets All Over the World to Individuals with Limb Differences and Their Families?
Did you know that since July 2010, The Lucky Fin Project (LFP) has sent over 800 handmade bracelets all over the world to individuals with limb differences and their families?...
Simple Finds: Encouraging Good Hygiene & Independence
Encouraging Good Hygiene & Independence Body Glove/Shower Mitt This Body Glove/Shower Mitt has helped my daughter to be more independent when bathing. Easy to put on without having to worry...
Organizing Closet Chaos!
Organizing Closet Chaos! You open the bedroom closet door and see crammed, packed clothes and scream! Items are wedged so tight you cannot find a thing to wear. The shelves...
What is ABA, Now Really?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a popular intervention approach for individuals with disabilities, especially young children with autism. Unfortunately, however, there are widespread misconceptions regarding what ABA really entails. Many...
Special Fans: Elaina Faith & Her Daddy
Elaina Faith & her Daddy Elaina has a rare genetic Disorder called Leukodystrophy and Heart condition called Severe Aortic Stenosis! Submitted by Gabi Hayslett Post pics to our wall… and...
Ask Special Parents: Help! My baby is in the hospital and the Dr. said he can come home soon if I can find nursing.
ASK SPECIAL PARENTS HELP! My baby is in the hospital and the Dr. said he can come home soon if I can find nursing. I live in Hopkinsville, KY., and...
To Stim or Not to Stim? Is It an Option?
We all do it. We have funny little ways that we settle our nerves or process the world around us. For many, like my son, taking in information can send...
Mommy’s Timeout: Beautiful Beach
Take a time out and use visualization meditation to Relax. Picture yourself here, feel the sun, sand, and breeze on your skin. Take a couple of deep breaths and...
