2016 Cover Winner: Emma Elizabeth Largent
Emma Elizabeth Largent This issue’s cover-gal, dressed in red and looking very happy, is Emma Elizabeth Largent who is 5 1/2 years old. Emma has been diagnosed with a rare...
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Gift Guide from the Fitness Guy
In spoiler alert fashion I will begin by stating that most of the stuff on this year’s fitness gift guide list appeared last year. Because it’s still just as great...
Pharmacogenetics: Genetic Testing for Personalized Medical Treatment
Pharmacogenetics The more we learn about genetics, the better able we are to impact a myriad of health conditions through personalized medical treatment. The unique tailoring of customized therapies to...
Holiday Stress: 5 Ways to Reduce It
Holiday Stress: 5 Ways to Reduce It The holidays are fast approaching. Many families look forward to this time of year as it provides an opportunity to spend time with...
Top 12 Gifts from the Toy Analyzer
Top 12 Gifts For 2016 from the Toy Analyzer Toys are chosen for its therapeutic benefits. This is how I gauge the benefits and usefulness of toys/games. I analyze four...
What Gifts to Give Your Special Needs Child
How to handle gift giving for a special needs child that is functioning at a lower cognitive level than their age? Our son is 4 years old, but cognitively functions...
Inclusive Holiday Activities
Inclusive Holiday Activities The holiday season is a time for being together, family traditions, and showing people you care through thoughtful gift giving. Being part of a family with special...
Cooking with Kids: Festive Pretzel Salad
Make Cooking Fun And Educational: Festive Pretzel Salad This recipe comes from Chase Bailey,15, an aspiring chef who also happens to be autistic. He has been hosting a hugely successful...
Come Bearing Gifts and Wearing Them Too! Technology Ideas for Your Family and Friends
Technology Ideas for Your Family What do an Octopus, a smart thermometer and a QR code have in common? Holiday gift giving ideas for your family and friends! The world...
Q&A Ask Special Parents: Teaching Children with Down Syndrome How to Blow Their Nose
I have a daughter who is 14 and has Down Syndrome. I cannot teach her how to blow her nose and its driving me crazy; any advice would be great...
