EFL: What is it?
Question: What is EFL Therapy? Answer: EFL stands for Equine Facilitated Learning. It is a form of therapy that is used most typically for children who have mental or emotional...
Real Life
Ask the Nurse: Botox Injections for Toe Walkers?
Answer: I have heard that Botox can help some special needs children in the area of “Toe-walking”. Is there any truth to this and if so, how? What might I...
Relationship Rescue: Family Adventures Are Rapidly Approaching
Family Adventures Are Rapidly Approaching Dear Readers: Sometimes family adventures happen in the most unusual of times…and places. Here is a story outlining just that. And sometimes, lessons can be...
Traveling Tips for Parents of Children with Special Needs
Traveling with children can be difficult; traveling with a special needs child can be a nightmare! However,
Real Moms Share: Chynna Laird
Chynna Laird Shares about Happy Tummies, Happy Families: Four Ways to Help Heal the Digestive System In our house, we live with a multitude of issues that have had a...
Relationship Rescue: When to Start Preparing for Ongoing Services?
Question: When is it appropriate for me to prepare for ongoing services for my child when they “age out” of school? Advice: I have had many parents of special needs...
Ask the Nurse: Keeping Track of Medicine Tips
Keeping Track of Medicine Tips Question: Any advice on how to simplify and keep track of all the medicines I give my child? Answer: An organized system for taking medications...
Real Mom’s Share: Sue Fleming
LEFT: Sylas being held by Mom, Sue Fleming. Photo Courtesy Evan Gordon Photography Sue Fleming shares about rolling up her sleeves to help pave the way for her son’s...
Age Appropriate Gifts?
Q: What are your thoughts on buying age appropriate gifts for my teenager? Please advise. Advice: Now that the holidays are approaching, I have had quite a few questions regarding...
TOY Safety?
Toy Safety Question: What should I be concerned about as it relates to holiday gifts with my special needs child? Answer: Toy safety concerns are crucial as toys can soon...
