Amber Bobnar

Originally from Hawaii, Amber and her family moved to Massachusetts to be closer to Boston Children’s Hospital where her son, Ivan, now receives medical care.

 

She has a Master’s degree in English from Tufts University and spends most of her “free time” writing about being a parent of a disabled child on WonderBaby.org. But really most of her time is spent caring for and playing with her son.

naked potty training

Potty Training

Naked Potty Training: Yes, It’s a Thing (and It Works)

Naked potty training is the practice of keeping your child nude while potty training. It's not as crazy (or messy) as it sounds and it works!

baby sleeping on a rainbow blanket

Sleep

Sleep Training with the Ferber Method

Probably the most reliable, though not uncontroversial, way to get your baby to sleep through the night is the Ferber sleep training method.

reward stickers

Potty Training

Potty Training Charts: Do They Work?

Potty training charts are a great motivator because they involve your child and build positive reinforcement while learning to use the toilet.

Cameron sitting in the grass and smiling

Giveaways

Finding Comfort on the Special Needs Journey

Find out how one mother turned her grief and search for support into a best selling book and an online community.

two young children playing with a toy

Toys, Visual Impairment

The Best Toys for Blind Kids and Where to Find Them

How to choose the BEST developmental toys and activities for children who are blind, deafblind or multiply disabled.

a girl with a robot she made

Math and Science

20 Best Science Projects for Kids of all Abilities

All kids no matter their abilities or disabilities are curious and natural science learners!

8 Devices for Monitoring Seizures in Children

Health & Nutrition

8 Devices for Monitoring Seizures in Children

Seizures are scary, but there are ways to monitor and predict them, from movement or breathing monitors to wearable devices and apps.

smiling mother with her child

Support, Visual Impairment

Lighthouse Guild’s National Tele-Support Network

Whether you are a parent of a child with visual impairment, a high school student, young adult, or an adult navigating vision loss, there is a tele-support group for you!

Center for the Visually Impaired

Schools for the Blind, Visual Impairment

Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI)

The Center for the Visually Impaired (CVI) is a comprehensive, fully-accredited nonprofit facility in Atlanta, Ga. that provides services, support and training to people of all ages who are blind...

toddler holding crayons

Tactile Arts and Crafts, Visual Impairment

Tactile and Raised Line Coloring Books for Kids Who are Blind or Visually Impaired

Can coloring books really be accessible for kids who are blind? Yes! Find places to buy raised line coloring books or learn how to make your own!

young girl wearing a pink mask

Education, Special Needs

Returning to School 2021-2022: Concerns for Parents of Children with Special Needs and Medical Complexities

Virtual vs hybrid vs in-person learning? How to make the best back-to-school decisions for your special needs child.

child on a water slide

Play, Visual Impairment

36 Fun Summer Activities for Kids Who are Blind or Multiply Disabled

Here are 36 ideas to help you start planning your fun and accessible summer break for your visually impaired child!