Parents of special needs children have big challenges and lots of joys. Whatever the disability: autistic, ADD, ADHD, learning disabled, developmentally delayed, behavior disordered, deaf, blind, Down Syndrome, or physically handicapped the child is a child first!
We will address parents' special education concerns (inclusion, speech, OT, PT) and at home concerns (discipline and self-care to finances and job goals). The articles here will include baby to teen topics. Join in a Special Needs Parenting discussion or follow the blog.
In: ADHD Children
Kids who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder need something to do. A gift that provides fine or gross motor activity can fill that need. more...
Changes in routine or environment make travel difficult for children who are autistic. These travel tips can alleviate some of the stress. more...
At Home Behavior of Kids With Special Needs
In: ADHD Children
Why do children with special needs seem to act out when they have a day off school? The lack of regular routine is often difficult to manage for the ADHD child. more...
Guiding the ADHD Child to Clean His Room
In: ADHD Children
School materials, clothes, and toys can seem like a mountain to the child with ADHD who is asked to clean his room. more...
What are Sensory Friendly Films?
In: Special Needs Parenting (general)
Some theaters have established a new way of showing movies. Every aspect of the experience has been planned to meet the needs of the autistic child. more...
In: ADHD Children
Kids with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder have difficulty keeping track of time. Make a visual calendar reminder with a few basic supplies. more...
Gluten-free Special Needs Kids
Many kids with special needs are allergic to certain foods. Plan ways to trade off the bad candy for other Halloween fun. more...
Special Needs Kids' Halloween Math
In: Children with Learning Difficulties
Try some real-life Halloween Math to make some basic concepts come alive for the child with special needs. more...
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Parenting ADHD Kids and Stress Management
In: ADHD Children
By: Sara Sherrer
Sugar and Hyperactivity in Children
In: ADHD Children
By: Harvey Craft
Parenting Advice – Children With ADD or ADHD
In: ADHD Children
By:
Lori Nash
Parents of Special-Needs Kids Brace for Holidays
In: Special Needs Parenting (general)
By:
Mary King
Bipolar Kids are Not the Same as Those With ADHD
In: Special Needs Parenting (general)
By: Mary Earhart
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