Special Needs
Find support for parents of children with special needs. Learn how to advocate for your child, raise funds for needed equipment and find helpful organizations.
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Tactile Arts and Crafts, Visual Impairment
Using Origami to Teach Blind and Low-Vision Students Basic Shapes
It's critical that children who are blind should be exposed to 2D as well as 3D shapes and concepts on a practical level and at a young age.
Sleep, Special Needs
Safe Place Bedding Travel Bed Review
Traveling with a special needs child can be stressful! Having a safe, durable, and easy to use travel bed can make traveling so much easier!
Autism
Occupational Therapy for Children with Autism: How It Can Make a Difference
Children with autism face challenges in many different areas. Occupational therapy can help children address these difficulties while having fun!
Special Needs
Comforting Children with Sensory Processing Disorder During Medical Procedures
Does sensory processing disorder impact your child’s ability to navigate medical procedures? Learn new ideas to successfully comfort your child here!
Special Needs
Developmental Evaluation Forms: Why Are We Doing This Again???
Developmental evaluation forms don’t define your child’s worth. Your child is awesome just the way they are, and no form in the world can change that.
Special Needs
Exploring Peaceful Parenting: Is It Right for Families of Children with Special Needs?
Peaceful parenting is about regulation, connection, and coaching—but is it right for special needs families? Take a closer look at this parenting technique.
Special Needs
5 Ways To Raise Money for Special Needs Equipment
Special needs equipment can be expensive. Learn practical ways to raise money for special needs equipment while building rapport with your community.
Behavior, Special Needs
5 Tips for Dining Out with Children Who Have Sensory Sensitivities
Worried about dining out with sensory sensitivities? Try these tips for less stress and more fun the next time you take your family out to eat.
Autism, Behavior
OCD vs Autism in Children: How To Tell the Difference
OCD and ASD are fundamentally different, but their symptoms are very similar. Learn how to tell the difference to support your child.
Special Needs, Support
How Do You Keep Faith Alive When Your Child Remains Ill?
I understand the emotional toll of chronic illness, but I also believe in the power of faith and community to uplift and sustain us.
Toys, Visual Impairment
Barbie® Introduces the First Blind Barbie Fashionista Doll
Mattel, in partnership with AFB, announced the addition of a blind Barbie doll with white cane and sunglasses.
Autism
When Autism Advocacy Goes Wrong: Supporting Parents of Profoundly Affected Children
If you’re not personally affected by autism or don’t work with autistic individuals, you might be unaware of the growing debate within the autism community.
Autism, Behavior
Managing Autism Burnout Symptoms in Children
Are you concerned your autistic child may be burnt out? Find out how to manage autism burnout symptoms here.
IEPs, Special Needs
What Is an Out-of-District Placement, and Who Needs One?
Learn all about out-of-district placement, which is ideal for a child whose individual needs are not met by their current school district.
IEPs, Special Needs
5 Ways AI Can Benefit Special Needs Students
AI in special education classrooms can help create highly personalized experiences and improve inclusivity. Read about more benefits here!