October is Down Syndrome Awareness month! Of course, I wanted to write a blog shining light on this. I started thinking of what would be the best source. I could write about Down Syndrome from
October is Down Syndrome Awareness month! Of course, I wanted to write a blog shining light on this. I started thinking of what would be the best source. I could write about Down Syndrome from
Fall is the beginning of my favorite time of year! I love all things Halloween and autumn-related, the festivals, activities, and all the different ways to experience nature during this beautiful time of year. Here
As a parent, it’s only natural to want what’s best for your child. And if your child has special needs, more often than not, it’s you who can provide that very best. For this reason,
So often I hear comments or see social media posts about teaching children how to interact with a child who has a disability. This is FANTASTIC and such a good trait to instill in your
With school starting back I wanted to dive into occupational therapy within the school system. How it’s different from clinical settings, what they focus on, who can receive OT, and more! If you missed the
Did you know that newborn babies cannot see anything other than black, white, and gray? The first color babies will be able to see is red, but that doesn’t happen until they are about 5
With school starting back some of the exciting things to prepare to include picking out school supplies, buying new school clothes, and getting a fresh new haircut. All of this sounds super exciting and can
You recently found out that the little one in your womb or the brand-new baby you’ve just given birth to has been diagnosed with a life-altering birth defect. You are not alone. Each year, nearly
“Do you know which group is the world largest minority group? Disabled people group are the world’s largest minority. The United Nations estimates that over a billion people live with some form of disability and
School supplies lists are coming out and the first day of school is right around the corner! Back-to-school shopping can be fun and exciting but shopping for a child with special needs can be a
As much as we hate to admit it, summer break is, unfortunately, coming to an end. You always hear parents talk about preparing their children to return to school, return to a stricter schedule, and
Working with children in the school system, I often get asked if there are any extracurricular activities for children with special needs. Team sports are an amazing way to further increase your child’s development. They
