Born to Shine: Learning to Find Strength in Differences
Born to Shine At 10 years old, Sam De La Cerda offers new perspectives on family dynamics, individuality, and inclusion in his new book, ‘Am I Invisible?’ The Fresno-born author...
Special Needs
4 Stages of Exercise Mastery
4 Stages of Exercise Mastery For several months Karl and Jack, two of my young adult athletes, were working towards medicine ball push throws without my providing a visual prompt....
Organizing a schedule for your family!
Organizing a schedule for a family does not have to be difficult. Choose your method and stick with it! If you are a tech wiz, then an electronic planner might...
Why Using a Wheelchair Is the Opposite of Giving Up
WheelChair Freedom When your child is first diagnosed with a disability, I imagine it’s confusing. There are lots of signs and arrows. Lots of opinions. Lots of doctors. Lots of...
Did You Know? Tips to Manage Your Child’s Screen Time This Summer
Tips to manage your child’s screen time this summer It’s easy for kids to get sucked into the T.V., Ipads or cell phones this summer because there is so much...
“Mom & Me” 2016 Cover Winner: Shannon & Alyssa
Shannon & Alyssa Our Mom & Me cover winners are Shannon (Mom) and her sixteen year old daughter, Alyssa. This wonderful photo was taken on a “friends and family” fishing...
Improve Mobility with These Options for Financing a Van
There are enough challenges raising a child with special needs, and transportation and mobility should not add undue stress. Equipping a vehicle for wheelchair or specialty stroller access can be...
Family Fun Doesn’t Have to Stop Because of Special Diets
Family Fun Doesn’t Have to Stop Because of Special Diets There are so many great family activities that one can participate in and still work around special dietary needs. Most...
5 Great Opportunities for Outdoor Activity
Opportunities for outdoor activity When we can finally venture outdoors, I get excited to find out what exercises and activities my athletes can perform beyond the gym or home setting....
Top 10 Fun and Accessible Activities to Do This Summer
Top 10 Fun and Accessible Activities Just because you, or someone you know, may have a disability, doesn’t mean that you have to sit home all summer! There are lots...
