Parents Celebrate Autism Parenting Wins Your child’s achievements—big or small—are triumphs that deserve to be shared joyously! Whether it’s conquering a gymnastics competition, mastering an emotional milestone, striking a proud pose, or finding moments of comfort in unfamiliar situations, each victory matters deeply. Tell us how you’re celebrating your little champion today.
Fitness as a Life Skill for Special Needs Populations: “Kettlebell and the sandbag,” Nico states as I’m preparing him to do squats.
Savannah Rose: This determined little angel loves water and sharks with a passion beyond her three years! Diagnosed with Laryngeal Cleft Type 3, she’s already mastered over 300 ASL words. Preschool joy fills her days, showing us that love can rise above challenges with every splash and star.
Gifts That Connect Us Finding gifts that bring families together doesn’t have to be hard. A board game night or building a birdhouse as a group creates lasting memories while teaching teamwork. Choose activities everyone can enjoy and make this holiday extra special!
Discover joyful holiday gifts that fuel learning and laughter! From Magic Moves’ enchanting wand for auditory, visual, and kinesthetic fun to Maya Group’s colorful Orbeez beads that inspire sensory play, these toys promise cherished memories. The SmartNoggin NogginStik engages little ones with its soft glow, while Vtech Go! Go!
Keep Holidays Happy: The Do’s and Don’ts for Talking with Family and Friends Don’t assume people mean harm. Some critical conversations stem from lack of understanding about special needs. Older relatives might misinterpret your child’s abilities due to outdated beliefs. Do correct misinformation gently. Calmly explain misconceptions, providing facts instead of arguments.
Four moms share holiday traditions and gift wishes for their special needs children: Tracy Felix emphasizes family unity and resilience, telling readers her son’s unique interests like interacting with bumps, tickling sensations, and being pushed in his wheelchair outdoors.
Create a sensory-friendly costume and treat plan to make seasonal scares more scare-free this October. Halloween’s bright lights, booming sounds, and intriguing aromas can dazzle and entice—but for some kids with sensory processing challenges, they’re overwhelming obstacles.
Wade Michael Strite inspires us all! At just eight years old, he’s already captivated us as our cover model. He loves to read—and recently discovered the joy of jump rope! With Down syndrome, Wade dreams of becoming a doctor…or maybe even hanging from a tree like a monkey.
Join World Cerebral Palsy Day, a global movement for change supporting individuals with CP worldwide. Visit: www.worldcpday.org Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month this October – honor the achievements and contributions of workers with disabilities.
