Finding out your child has special needs is overwhelming and sometimes shocking. In that moment, you want to do everything you can to help your child. You want to know exactly what to expect now and in the future. You want answers and support. What happens if there are no answers—only more questions? What if the doctors don’t know exactly what is causing your child’s … [Read more...] about Dealing with a Lack of Diagnosis – Good Reads on Special Needs
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Weighted Blankets for Kids
My 15-year-old daughter has special needs (autism as well as other disabilities). She has never been a good sleeper. After trying numerous different products, medications, and sleeping arrangements for our daughter, we finally came across an advertisement for a weighted blanket. After researching some more about weighted blankets, I knew I wanted to try one for our daughter. … [Read more...] about Weighted Blankets for Kids
Understanding IFSP
After discovering your child has special needs, the process of finding the right type of help can be daunting. Where do you begin and how do you know what the right kind of help is? In our situation, we were very fortunate to have a phenomenal pediatrician. I believe that is the first--and one of the most important--steps in getting help for your child. Not all pediatricians … [Read more...] about Understanding IFSP