Special Needs

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Want to Help Your Child with Reading? Ask These Two Questions!

Unlock Your Child’s Love for Reading: 2 Simple Steps Have a feeling your child struggles with reading? Want them to unlock their full potential and enjoy books without barriers? Discover how to tap into free digital libraries like Bookshare. Over 200,000 kids have changed the way they love books thanks to this game changer.

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Patricia Moody’s PATH to Success

Creating an inclusive path forward for your child with special needs doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. By focusing on their dreams and the support they need, you can ensure a successful high school experience tailored to their unique strengths and aspirations. Here’s how to approach it.

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2014 Cover Winner: Cheyenne Emily

Cheyenne Emily, six years old with ASD, radiates joy through her love for swimming and skating, embodying strength despite challenges like heart defects. Her proud parents cherish every new “first” she achieves, dreaming together about a future where she becomes a mom. Photographed by Billie Depatie of D4 Photography in Morinville, Alberta, Canada.

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Real Moms Share: Deb Discenza

Deb Discenza shares her journey raising premature baby Becky with special needs diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome, ADHD,Sensory Integration Dysfunction, Feeding Aversions, Developmental Motor Coordination Disorder and asthma. Starting motherhood was a whirlwind for Deb Discenza when she welcomed her daughter Becky after being born 10 weeks early.

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Fitness Every Day Flow Chart: A Guide for You (Yes, You)

Fit your schedule with fitness! No matter where life takes you—home or on-the-go—our Every Day Flow Chart breaks down how to weave movement seamlessly into any routine, for every body. Think small spaces and clever solutions that keep the fun rolling 24/7.

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Gluten-free for Weight Loss … ?

Discover Gluten-Free: A Guide to Healing Foods and Nutritious Choices Embrace a healthier lifestyle as you unlock the secrets of going gluten-free. A gluten-free diet helps those with celiac disease find relief from digestive distress while exploring delicious, wholesome alternatives.

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Creating a Financial Game Plan | A Milestone-Based Guide to a Special Needs Plan

Embrace milestones: Your guide to special needs planning Navigating life with a special needs child brings joy and challenges, especially when it comes to finances. Let these seven milestone checkpoints be your roadmap: 1⃣ Diagnose: Calm the storm first; knowledge builds strong decisions. 2⃣ Support system: Lean on community for understanding and resources.

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Sharing “I CAN!” Attitudes: Benjamin & Keiondre

Excerpt: Captivate hearts with Benjamin’s I CAN smile; his CP journey fuels resilience. Witness Dre, 13, triumph over autism daily – a testament to love’s power in parenting special needs kids. Embrace hope, one step at a time.

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