2014 Cover Winner: Mariana Pacheco
Mariana Pacheco Our “cover-girl” is 4 year old Mariana Pacheco. She comes from a large family of 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Mariana has been diagnosed with severe autism, sensory...
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10 Quick & Easy After School Snacks
My daughter eats lunch at school at 10:30 in the morning. Afternoon snacks are not given. She’s starving by the time she gets home from school
App Tools for Back to School Success
App Tools for Back to School Success As the school year gets under way, parents of children with special needs are overwhelmed with information, IEP goals, and transition challenges. Here...
Five Fitness Facts for a Fitter Fall
Recent research has demonstrated that the autism population may be more at risk for lifestyle-related medical complications (Type II Diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease) than the neurotypical population due to several issues
Back to School Meal Planning for Diabetics
Back to School Meal Planning for Diabetics Many families are ready to get back to school so a new routine can start. One routine is planning meals and afternoon snacks....
What to Pack for School Lunches
When school starts, so does packing lunches again-if your child was home during summer with you. School lunches are usually dreadful and the majority of children should not eat what...
Back to School Time
School is back in session, Fall is upon us, leaves on trees are changing, a new season is in swing, and I can’t help but draw a certain similarity in...
Back to School Shopping Savers for New Clothes
Back to School Shopping Savers for New Clothes We know that as children get older, their tastes become much more than simple. Research has shown that older adolescents are less...
Check it Out! Products You Can Use: Jumpstart for Back to School
Getting kids ready for school is not just about buying supplies and getting clothes organized—it’s also a great time to jumpstart their little bodies and minds. Back to School Readiness...
Back to School Cool: Easing Anxiety Before the Bell Rings
School is starting again. The excitement is paramount for many families, but with the approaching first day comes much anxiety. Did we choose the right school? How will the teacher...
