Wanted: Veterans of Adaptation
We’ve Got This! As parents of children with special needs, we have all experienced some degree of uncertainty and isolation in dealing with our child’s diagnosis. We had dreamed...
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Tech Tools to Encourage Healthy Habits for Kids
Healthy Habits for Kids The topic of health and wellness has been a big one for the last two years. We have discussed health apps for medication management and telehealth...
Family Fun “Egg”citing “Egg”tivities
The decoration of eggs began sometime during the 13th century. Many people are attracted to this form of art due to the smooth and oval shape of the egg. The...
Mommy’s Timeout: Beautiful Western Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly
Take a Time Out Use visualization meditation to relax. Take a temporary timeout and view the beautiful Western Tiger Swallowtail butterfly. Take a couple of deep breaths and begin...
Mommy’s Timeout: Beautiful Winter Landscape
Take a Time Out Use visualization meditation to relax. Take a temporary timeout and view the beautiful winter landscape. Take a couple of deep breaths and begin to let...
Apps to Kick Off the New Year
Apps to kick off the New Year Although we hoped that many aspects of our lives would get back to pre-pandemic “normal” last year, many of us caring for children...
How I Was Able to Find Love Again
Photo from left to right: Justin Davner (boyfriend), McKenzie Foster (daughter), Erin Foster (mom), Kyle Foster (son). How I was able to find love again and my boyfriend loves both...
Jingle All the Way
The joys of the holiday season! It can be the best days of your lives but, again, it can get pretty hectic; shopping, wrapping gifts, decorating, attending holiday events. Trying...
Tech Tips for a Jolly Holiday
Tech Tips Smart home technology makes life easier for users of all ages and abilities – and it’s fun! Build your smart and connected home with Google Nest home automation...
Tips on Respite Strategies for Families Caring for Children with Special Needs
Respite Strategies 1. Be Kind to Yourself. Talk to yourself the way you would a friend. Engage in compassionate self-talk, building yourself up instead of tearing yourself down. Do...
