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How to Avoid Comparing Your Child with Special Needs to Other Children
It's important to try to avoid comparing your child with special needs to other children, but it's a...
8 Special Needs Parent Self Care Tips
Eight ideas for parent self care and me time for parents of children with special needs. ...
How to Celebrate Halloween with a Child with Special Needs
Helpful tips for how to celebrate Halloween for parents of children on the autism spectrum or with o...
Here’s How Students with Disabilities and Their Parents Adjusted to Remote Learning
Four families share how their students with disabilities have dealt with remote learning challenges....
New York Rules Visitation is Now Allowed at Certified Residential Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
New Yorkers can now visit their loved ones living in certified residential facilities for individual...
Special Education Classes Can Be Held In-Person this Summer
Though remote learning in New York will continue with summer school, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced...
How to Navigate the Turning 5 Process for Your Child with Special Needs
The transition from preschool to kindergarten for kids with special needs in NYC is complicated. Her...
How to Ease Anxiety for Kids With and Without Special Needs During Coronavirus Isolation
Life is a little harder for every parent these days, now that schools are closed and kids are home. ...
How to Navigate Coronavirus Hospitalization for Your Child with Special Needs
The Self-Advocacy Association of New York's new guidebook will help you understand your child with s...
Does My Child Have a Learning Disability?
Although many kids may struggle with schoolwork throughout their academic careers, it’s often hard t...
What Do You Wish People Knew About Autism?
Many misconceptions still exist around autism spectrum disorder. So, in honor of Autism Awareness Mo...
American Girl and Hearing Loss Association of America Team Up to Raise Awareness of Hearing Loss
American Girl and Hearing Loss Association of America announced they are teaming up in honor of new ...
Raising My Twins on Opposite Ends of the Spectrum
My twins were never in the same play group, class, or even grade. They were together only in the wom...
The Challenges of Being a Mother with Hearing Loss
“Is this the year we can finally get earbuds?” It’s a question my teenagers ask me every year on the...
10 Kids' Books That Star Protagonists with Special Needs
Special needs books for kids about special needs protagonists are few and far between. So we’ve roun...
Back-to-School Tips for Special Needs Families
It’s never too late to make sure your child is succeeding in school—especially if your child has spe...
UNO® Braille Now Available for Kids With Visual Impairments
Mattel announced the debut of UNO® Braille, the first UNO card deck that would be accessible for pla...
How to Help Your Differently-Abled Child Succeed in the Classroom
Good parent-teacher communication is crucial for any successful school year, but being on the same p...
Check Out These 6 Accessible Clothing Lines for Teens and Young Adults with Special Needs
Once your child with special needs gets bigger, it can be even harder to find clothing that ensures ...
Check Out These 11 Adaptive Clothing Lines for Kids with Disabilities
These brands are making fashionable styles just as accessible for kids with disabilities through ada...
Making a Plan for Your Child with Special Needs' Life
In Susan Platkin’s eyes, self-direction has always been the only acceptable path for her daughter Ru...
The Benefits of Summer Camp for Children with Special Needs
For any parent, thinking of summer camp for your child can bring feelings of excitement and fear. Ad...
CDPAP Helps Parents Receive Financial Benefits for Assisting Their Children with Special Needs
Between coordinating education, enrichment activities, and future plans, raising a child with specia...
How to Sue Your Child With Special Need's School District for Tuition
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires school districts to provide all stud...
Sesame Street Unveils Julia’s Family in Honor of Autism Awareness Month
Julia, Sesame Street’s first character with autism, debuted in 2015. Now she’s back with the whole f...
How to Plan For Your Child With Special Need's Future
Parenting is challenging no matter what. But as Nicole Johnson of Port Washington in Nassau County p...
Creating a Future for My Son with Special Needs
When people ask what it’s like to have a child with special needs, my response is: It’s like dark ch...
New Study Shows a Correlation Between Media Use and ADHD
As if there wasn't enough to worry about when it comes to the media and your child's wellbeing, ther...
First Words Project Launches Free Online Resources for Parents of Young Children
Raising a young child is an exciting, and stressful, time for parents. From toddler-proofing your ho...
Can Your Baby's Teeth Predict Autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is an extremely common developmental disability with approximately on...
What Happens If My Child Was Denied Early Intervention Services?
Young children who have developmental delays may be eligible for early intervention services, includ...
Land's End Launches Adaptive School Uniforms for Children With Special Needs
When you think of school uniforms, you might think of private schools, but a surprising 21 percent o...
4 Sensory-Friendly Amusement Parks in the NY Metro Area
“I’m bored.” It’s the most common two words any parent hears during the summer months. And to stay a...
Sesame Place is the Nation's First Theme Park to Become Autism-Certified
April is Autism Awareness Month and to celebrate, Sesame Place in Langhorn, PA just announced some p...
How to Have a Strong Marriage when Raising a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Maintaining a strong, healthy, happy marriage when raising kids can be a challenge. But maintaining ...
5 Common Myths About Autism Spectrum Disorder You Should Ignore
While the awareness of autism spectrum disorder has grown due to social media, increased research, A...
The 2018 Gerber Baby Announced
The 2018 Gerber baby is Lucas Warren, a 1-year-old from Georgia who is the first child with Down syn...
Lincoln Center Launches Program Geared Toward Young Audiences on Autism Spectrum
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts announced today the lineup for the Big Umbrella Festival, an ...
San Antonio, Texas: An Accessible, Family-Friendly Destination
San Antonio’s array of attractions and historic sites, partnered with its dedication to accessibilit...
What to Consider When Choosing a Guardian for Your Child
Take these steps to make sure your child is always cared for, now and in the future....
Helping Kids with Special Needs Focus on Abilities
When your child with special needs starts to feel discouraged in school, let him read this, or use t...
Growing Up with a Brother with Special Needs
The important life lessons I learned from my brother—and why I wouldn’t change a thing....
The Lesson of the Pizza Bowl Fail
Accustomed to doing so much for her son, who has cerebral palsy, a mom realizes he’s old enough to s...
Putting a Stop to the 'R-Word'
Parents of kids with special needs join other advocates to push for an end to the ‘R-word.’ ...
Chief Medical Officer Comments on Recent Autism Research
MitoMedical’s chief medical officer, Suzanne Goh, M.D., M.B.A., shares her thoughts on new research ...
Meet Chase, a 15-Year-Old Chef with Autism
Meet Chase Bailey, a 15-year-old chef with autism who has a cooking show on YouTube.com and recently...
'Sesame Street' Introduces Julia, a Muppet with Autism
‘Sesame Street’ is introducing a new character named Julia: a muppet with autism....
Self-Direction Services for Kids With Special Needs in New York: What You Need to Know
Self-Direction Services (SDS), a New York State-funded program for children with special needs, offe...
Five Tips for a Successful IEP Meeting
Annual Individualized Education Program meetings can be stressful, but there are ways to help make t...
15 Questions to Ask When Looking For a Special Needs Tutor
There are a lot of things to consider when looking for a tutor for your child with special needs. Ea...
How Music Lessons Helped My Child With Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder
The story of how one child with special needs went from fearing music to celebrating it....
Spending the Holidays with a Child with Autism
When you have a child with special needs, this time of year can be challenging. A mother shares her ...
Dining Out with a Child with Autism
Going out to dinner with a child who has autism can be very stressful. These are five tips from a mo...
What Parents Need to Know When a Child with Special Needs Turns 21
What to consider when your child with special needs turns 21—and is no longer a child....
Taking a Child with Autism to the Movies: 5 Tips From a Mom Who's Been There
Going to the movies with a child who has autism can be a challenge, but here are our top tips for a ...
When Back-to-School Stress Isn't Just Stress
Many kids refuse to go to school when the first day comes around, but for some, it may be more than ...
Autism Study Seeks Participants
A study that aims to research whether specific genes are linked to autism is looking for participant...
Transitioning Your Child with Special Needs to a New School
A mother shares her tips to help her son with special needs transition to a new school this fall....
Sesame Workshop Aims to Help Kids Understand Autism
Sesame Workshop's Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children initiative aims to help all ...
How To Choose a Babysitter for Your Child with Special Needs
Choosing a babysitter for a child with special needs poses challenges to parents. Here are tips for ...
Touring a School for a Child with Special Needs
What parents need to know about touring a preschool for their child with special needs, from safety ...
Being the Sibling of a Child with Special Needs
Their brothers and sisters have special needs, but these children face their own unique challenges—a...
Twin with Autism Seeks Someone to Love
I strived for years to help my daughter form meaningful relationships—from her own twin brother to f...
How Children with Autism May Show Feelings
Though it may sometimes not seem like it, children with autism have and show feelings in their own w...
Is There a Connection Between ADHD and ODD?
A mental health counselor and board-certified ADHD coach explains the correlation between attention-...
Tommy Hilfiger and Runway of Dreams Launch Adaptive Clothing Line
Runway of Dreams, a nonprofit that collaborates with fashion designers to adapt mainstream clothing ...
Shopping Cart for Special Needs Families Coming to Target
Caroline’s Carts are coming to Target and they will help families with children with special needs s...
Expert Advice for Parents on Children and Psychotherapy
Mental health professionals Michael O. Weiner, LCSW, and Les Paul Gallo-Silver, LCSW-R, BC-HSP, set ...
NYC To Pay Bullied Girl’s Private School Tuition
In a landmark decision by the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, New York City will pay for...
Does Advocating for Your Child With Special Needs Make You a Bully?
Is a mom who ceaselessly pushes for her child, who hounds the school with emails and questions a bul...
How Can I Help My ADHD Child Succeed in School?
Help your ADHD child thrive academically with these strategies. ...
Mother Receives a Flood of Support Following Her Request of Primrose Markers Donations for Her Son with Autism
Stacey Haley lives in Bowmanville, Ontario in Canada and wrote a Facebook post asking for Primrose m...
United Airlines Sends Sick Kids on a "Fantasy Flight' to the North Pole
United Airlines organized a special flight for sick children to fly to the North Pole at Newark Libe...
Mothers with This Ovarian Condition May Be More Likely to Have a Child with Autism
A study published by the Karolinska Institue in Stockholm, Sweden found that women with polycystic o...
What is Applied Behavior Analysis?
When a child is diagnosed with autism, he may benefit from applied behavior analysis. But what exact...
Special Education Teacher Documents His Positive Teaching Methods with His Students
Christopher Ulmer is a special education teacher in Florida that documents his positive interactions...
Long Island Siblings Named as Owners of Coffee Business That Benefits Those with Special Needs
Stacey Wohl is a mother of two children with autism and has opened a business called Our Coffee with...
Autistic Teen Saves Choking Classmate Using Method He Learned on Cartoon
Brandon Williams, an autistic teen, saved his classmate with the Heimlich Maneuver....
What Can a Parent Do if Their Child is Reading Below Grade Level?
What to do if you child is reading below their grade level....
When Your Child Should See a Speech-Language Pathologist
Concerned about your child meeting speech-language milestones when they should? Wonder when you shou...
Financial and Future Planning for a Child with Special Needs
The costs of all those services for your child with special needs add up. Plan ahead and know what's...
How to Write a Letter of Intent
Tips for writing a letter of intent for your child with special needs, including the format, pertine...
Why You Should Apply for a Medicaid Waiver
Medicaid waivers offer similar benefits of Medicaid, but with certain requirements waived. Here are ...
Special Needs Services That Can Be Claimed on a Tax Return
While we can’t give tax advice, we’ve got some expert tips on things to consider when itemizing your...
Sesame Street Introduces a New Character Who Has Autism
As part of a new initiative to destigmatize autism, Sesame Street is introducing Julia, a new charac...
How to Stop Kids With Special Needs From Being Bullied
Most of the bullying that children encounter in schools stems from ignorance and a lack of acceptanc...
Do You Feel Sorry for Your Atypical Child?
Feeling sorry for a child who struggles with a special need is a common, understandable reaction fro...
7 Things to Do After Your Child's Special Needs Diagnosis
Receiving a special needs diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming. Here are seven steps to foll...
Change Your Own Attitude to Help Your Child Do Better in School
Parents' attitudes have a tremendous impact on how their children experience school, especially if t...
New York Ranks 4th in States with Best Disability Services
New York State ranks fourth in the nation for states that have the best services for individuals wit...
What Are Some Indications that My Child May Have ADHD?
Does your child exhibit behaviors that you think could be indicators of an ADHD diagnosis? George Sa...
Forming a Bond with Your Child with Autism
Your child with autism wants to form a secure bond with you, even if it doesn’t always seem that way...
Of 17.1 Million Mentally Ill Kids, Most Are Not Getting Treated
The Child Mind Institute released the first annual Children’s Mental Health Report, which synthesize...
Older Kids Can Be Their Own Self Advocates
As teens move through school, it's not always easy for parents to let go and encourage children to t...
Academic Lingo Commonly Used in Special Education
If you’ve just started learning about your child’s rights, the terms can be confusing, but it’s impe...
How to Ease the Kindergarten Transition for Children with Learning Disabilities
The move from preschool to the ‘big school’ rarely goes off without a hitch for any child, but for o...
Choosing the Best School to Send Your Child with Special Needs
One of the first—and most important—decisions you’ll have to make as the parent of a child with a le...
The Importance of Social Connection for Those with ASD
While those on the autism spectrum may not want to connect in the black-and-white way we typically t...
What to Do When Family Doesn't Believe Your Child's Diagnosis
An associate psychologist with the DHD and Disruptive Behavior Disorders Center at the Child Mind In...
What You Need to Know About the ABLE Act
The folks at Autism Speaks provide an overview of the Able Act, signed into law for 2015. The Achiev...
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