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...
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Able Account or Special Needs Trust: How to Decide?
Able Account or Special Needs Trust In December 2014, President Obama signed the Stephen Beck Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (“ABLE Act”) into law, authorizing states to create...
DIY Valentine Craft: Heart Magnets
Heart Magnets If you are looking for a fun project to do with your child, here is an easy, fun and functional craft you can do. I decided I wanted...
Sharing “I Can!” Attitudes: Jumpin’for Joy
Jumpin’for joy My son has Asperger’s and is currently out of mainstream secondary school due to his difficulties. On Saturday, he got Gold at the Lincolnshire Gymnastics Association Floor and...
Is the IEP Individualized or Cookie-Cutter?
Is the IEP individualized or cookie-cutter? I am sure I am not alone. You are sitting at the IEP meeting and wondering if your child’s IEP is “individualized” as it...
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...
2015 Cover Winner: Savannah Rose Richardson
Savannah Rose Our cover “Angel” this issue is three year old Savannah Rose Richardson (Savvy). She has been diagnosed with Laryngeal Cleft Type 3, Tracheomalacia, and Bronchomalacia. She is very...
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...
