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Special Needs
How to Help Special Needs Kids Cope with Social Anxiety
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Searching for coping tools for social anxiety in children? You can use several effective strategies to help your special needs child cope with anxiety. Let us help!

Special Needs
6 Hard Truths I’ve Learned Being a Special Needs Mom
Written by Judith Carter
Parenting a special needs child can be exhausting, both physically and emotionally, but it will also be the most rewarding thing you'll ever do.

Play, Special Needs
The 8 Best Indoor Activities for Blind Kids
Written by Amber Bobnar
Finding fun activities for your visually impaired child can be a challenge, especially when you are stuck inside all day!

Sensory Activities, Special Needs
Creating a Sensory Garden for Your Special Needs Child
Written by Amber Bobnar
Anyone can benefit from the sensory experiences in a garden, but sensory gardens are particularly ideal for children with special needs.
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Behavior

Behavior, Sensory Activities
Sensory Meltdown Survival Guide for Parents
Written by Tiffany Griffith
There are many remedies to handle your child’s sensory meltdown. They vary based on the environment and the type of sensitivities your child experiences.

Behavior, Development
Self Help Skills: Helping Your Child Achieve Independence
Written by Leeann Pennington, M.ed, LPC
Self help skills are behaviors or activities performed by your child which lead to them developing more independence and autonomy.

Behavior, Sleep
Bedtime Tantrums: 22 Tips for Taming Tired Toddlers
Written by Dorothy Sebez
Bedtime tantrums are stressful, especially at the end of a long day. Perhaps you've even ended up throwing tantrums of your own.

Behavior
How to Discipline a One Year Old Gently but Effectively
Written by Amber Bobnar
Proactive discipline strategies can go a long way toward giving your child the freedom they need to learn and develop naturally.
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Education
Filter by: Braille and Literacy, IEPs, iPad Apps and Accessibility, Math and Science

IEPs, Special Needs
CVI Now Creates IEP Guide for Parents of Kids with CVI
Written by Rachel Bennett
Navigating the IEP can be stressful. Learn about the IEP process, what to expect, and how to develop CVI-specific goals and evaluations.

Braille and Literacy, Toys
The Best Braille Toys for Kids Who are Blind
Written by Amber Bobnar
Everything from alphabet blocks to raised line coloring pages and activity books to puzzles to card and board games... and so much more! And it's all in braille ready for...

Math and Science
20 Best Science Projects for Kids of all Abilities
Written by Amber Bobnar
All kids no matter their abilities or disabilities are curious and natural science learners!

Education, Special Needs
Returning to School 2021-2022: Concerns for Parents of Children with Special Needs and Medical Complexities
Written by Amber Bobnar
Virtual vs hybrid vs in-person learning? How to make the best back-to-school decisions for your special needs child.
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Development
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Development
Help! My Baby’s Teeth Are Coming Through In the Wrong Order
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Noticing your baby’s teeth coming through in the wrong order can cause concern. Put your mind at ease with facts on your child’s tooth development.

Behavior, Development
Self Help Skills: Helping Your Child Achieve Independence
Written by Leeann Pennington, M.ed, LPC
Self help skills are behaviors or activities performed by your child which lead to them developing more independence and autonomy.

Development, Parenting
Baby Jumper Age Ranges: The Right Ages to Start & Stop
Written by Ilona Bannister
Jumpers give parents and caregivers a safe place to put the baby for a few minutes while they take a much-needed break or get other things done.

Development, Parenting
Help! How Do I Keep a Pacifier in My Baby’s Mouth?
Written by Amber Bobnar
The tricky thing about using a nighttime pacifier is keeping it in your baby’s mouth so both of you can get a restful, deep sleep. Here's our solutions.
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Health & Nutrition
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Health & Nutrition, Parenting
Can I Drink Ensure While Pregnant?
Written by Sarah Villavicencio, BSN, RN
While Ensure can promote health, you’ll want to make sure you understand the ingredients and the quantities that are right for you.

Health & Nutrition, Parenting
Drool Rash vs Eczema: How to Tell the Difference
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Drool rashes are common among teething babies and cause irritating red patches on the face and neck just like eczema, but there are key differences.

Feeding and Eating
Help! Milk is Coming Out Of My Baby’s Nose!
Written by Laura Davies
Babies’ spit-up flows out fairly gently without causing too much distress while vomit is forcefully expelled by stomach muscles contracting.

Feeding and Eating
Help! My Baby Won’t Burp!
Written by Laura Davies
Burping babies isn’t foolproof, and you might find that your baby won’t burp! It could be that they just don’t need to.
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Parenting
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Breastfeeding
When Does Cluster Feeding End?
Written by Ilona Bannister
Cluster feeding can seem like a never-ending cycle of baby feeding and sleep deprivation. Fortunately, it's only a phase and does pass eventually.

Health & Nutrition, Parenting
Can I Drink Ensure While Pregnant?
Written by Sarah Villavicencio, BSN, RN
While Ensure can promote health, you’ll want to make sure you understand the ingredients and the quantities that are right for you.

Breastfeeding, Product Reviews
7 Best Mini Fridges for Storing Breast Milk of 2022
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Portable mini fridges are an ideal solution for storing breast milk. Their compact size fits small spaces with enough room to hold a good amount of milk bottles or bags.

Parenting, Sleep
Help! My Baby Won’t Sleep in a Bassinet
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Your baby won’t sleep in a bassinet? Don’t fret! Here are tips to get your little one to sleep in their bassinet so you can get some sleep too.
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Play
Filter by: Holiday Crafts and Ideas, Light Play, Music Play, Sensory Activities, Tactile Art, Toys

Sensory Activities
21 DIY Sensory Activities for Infants
Written by Tiffany Griffith
We've gathered some effortless, inexpensive ways to create a variety of sensory play activities for you and your little one to enjoy.

Product Reviews, Sensory Activities
The 10 Best Sensory Toys for Autism of 2022
Written by Ilona Bannister
There are many sensory toys for children with special needs that will help develop their sensory systems as well as being fun. Here are a few of the best!

Sensory Activities
12 Seasonal Sensory Table Ideas for Hands-On Learning
Written by Tiffany Griffith
A sensory table is a container and table in one where you can set up fun materials for your child to explore and learn using their hands.

Behavior, Sensory Activities
Sensory Meltdown Survival Guide for Parents
Written by Tiffany Griffith
There are many remedies to handle your child’s sensory meltdown. They vary based on the environment and the type of sensitivities your child experiences.
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Product Reviews
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Product Reviews
Cooluli Mini Fridge Review: Our Favorite Mini Fridge
Written by Amber Bobnar
The Cooluli mini fridge is perfect for storing medications, breastmilk, thickened liquids, and more!

Product Reviews
5 Best Baby Gates of 2022
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Searching for the right baby gate for your needs? Take a look at our list of the best baby gates. We’ve done the hard work so you don’t have to!

Product Reviews, Sensory Activities
The 10 Best Sensory Toys for Autism of 2022
Written by Ilona Bannister
There are many sensory toys for children with special needs that will help develop their sensory systems as well as being fun. Here are a few of the best!

Product Reviews
11 Best Stroller Fans of 2022
Written by Lydia Mockensturm
We’ve compiled a list of the best stroller fans right here, along with the pros, cons, and any special features for each one.
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Potty Training

Potty Training
The Best Pull-Ups for Older Bedwetters
Written by Amber Bobnar
Pull-ups usually fit toddlers weighing from 15 to 50 pounds, but it is possible to find pull-ups in larger sizes for older bedwetters.

Potty Training
Potty Training Boys: 6 Strategies That Work
Written by Ilona Bannister
Here are some strategies that should make potty training your little boy a rewarding experience for him and for you.

Potty Training
Potty Training Girls: 11 Strategies That Work!
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Is potty training girls different than potty training boys? Yes! But these strategies will help you potty train your little girl with success!

Potty Training, Product Reviews
The 7 Best Potty Chairs of 2022
Written by Lydia Mockensturm
When you’re looking for the perfect potty chair for your little one, the options can be overwhelming. You may be wondering what type of potty chair is best.
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Sleep

Sleep
Fading Sleep Training: A Gentle Approach to Baby Sleep
Written by Natasha Combrink
Unlike other sleep training methods, the fading sleep training method uses a gentle approach to teaching your baby how to fall asleep independently.

Sleep
Is It Safe for My Baby to Sleep Face Down?
Written by Ashlee Kasten
Despite what grandma may have told you, a baby sleeping face down is no longer doctor approved. Get the latest safe sleep recommendations here!

Sleep
5 Sleep Tips for Moms of Newborns
Written by Kaley Medina
It is incredibly important for new moms to get as much sleep as they can while navigating life with a new baby.

Sleep
Dressing Your Baby for Sleep: A Parent’s Guide
Written by Hayley Chalkley
Sleep is essential for survival and sanity. Dressing your baby for sleep in the right clothing will help give them (and you) the rest we all need.