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October is Down syndrome Awareness Month!

By Maureen Wallace on Oct 24, 2012

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October is Down syndrome Awareness Month, and here’s a homegrown written-by-mommies list of Down syndrome myths and facts. You might...
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Family takes on airline after alleged discrimination

By Maureen Wallace on Oct 11, 2012

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Charging discrimination, the Vanderhorst family is pursuing legal action after American Airlines refused to allow their 16-year-old...
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Dad to Ann Coulter: Apologize!

By Maureen Wallace on Oct 11, 2012

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What grows faster than a parent's instinct to protect his son? The social media buzz that follows when he demands an apology from...
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How to talk with your child's therapist

By Maureen Wallace on Oct 4, 2012

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A team of professionals may be just what your child needs, but is your behavior adding an extra challenge to progress? From...
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Potty training a special needs child

By Christina Holt on Aug 9, 2012

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Potty training is a challenge to all parents, but can be a greater challenge to parents of a child with special needs. Determining...
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I heart autism... sometimes

By Allison Ziering Walmark on Jul 24, 2012

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Yes, my son is on the autism spectrum. Yes, immediately after his diagnosis at 2 years old, I experienced Elisabeth Kübler-Ross ’...
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Autism 101: The good, the bad and the ugly

By Allison Ziering Walmark on Jul 9, 2012

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America. Land of the free. Home of the brave. And sometimes, land of the sometimes offensive and not-so-useful questions. (Not to...
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Parenting a disabled child: Siblings growing older

By Ami Burns on Apr 30, 2012

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My sister was born with severe cerebral palsy. I've known for many years that when the time comes for our parents to no longer be...
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Parenting a child with a disability: The teen years

By Ami Burns on Apr 26, 2012

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My sister was born with severe cerebral palsy. Being the "typical" sibling, I remember our teen years were sometimes tough - I...
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Autistic boy wears a wire, abuse revealed

By Monica Beyer on Apr 25, 2012

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A formerly sweet and easygoing autistic boy started to misbehave at school. So his dad wired him, only to discover that he was being...
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Parenting a child with a disability: The school dilemma

By Ami Burns on Apr 23, 2012

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My only sister was born with severe cerebral palsy. Growing up, we attended different schools -- I went to the neighborhood school,...
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Sleep hormone improves sleep disruption in children with autism

By Laura Owens on Apr 19, 2012

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The hormone melatonin may improve sleep issues commonly found in children with autism and as a result, decrease bedtime and next-day...
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Parenting a disabled child: When another child isn't disabled

By Ami Burns on Apr 17, 2012

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My sister was born with severe cerebral palsy. Being the "typical" sibling, I remember times when I was jealous of the extra...
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Parenting a child with a disability: Welcoming your child to the family

By Ami Burns on Apr 10, 2012

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Whether your biological or adopted child has a disability, it's an adjustment for everyone. Here are some tips for navigating the...
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Sensory Processing Disorder basics

By SheKnows Parenting Editors on Apr 2, 2012

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It's not uncommon for children who are on the autism spectrum to also have Sensory Processing Disorder. SheKnows has several helpful...
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Tips for visiting theme parks with kids on the autism spectrum

By Maria Mora on Apr 2, 2012
Share the magic of visiting a theme park with your child on the autism spectrum with these simple tips. Plan ahead and hit the park...
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Travel tips for kids with Sensory Processing Disorder

By Maria Mora on Mar 8, 2012

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Whether it’s your child’s first time traveling or she’s a seasoned pro, Sensory Processing Disorder symptoms can sneak up and derail...
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How to deal with Sensory Processing Disorder meltdowns

By Maria Mora on Mar 6, 2012

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When kids with Sensory Processing Disorder become over-stimulated, the resulting meltdowns can be terrifying for everyone involved....
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Help your child with Sensory Processing Disorder at school

By Maria Mora on Mar 1, 2012

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Kids with Sensory Processing Disorder are often labeled as having disruptive behavior, problems with social skills and difficulties...
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Sensory Processing Disorder help: What is a sensory diet?

By Maria Mora on Feb 28, 2012

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Kids with Sensory Processing Disorder benefit from structured activities that promote sensory integration throughout the day. You...

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