Young children exhibit variances in development, expressing an individual temperament and experiencing a unique developmental timeline. But where psychological conditions are concerned, it can be hard to tell the difference between a developmental phase and a disability or mental illness. Know when to seek professional help for a child’s mental health. Persistence The defining element of a developmental phase is that it passes. Your pediatrician can help you track infant and toddler development and identify areas of concern. For many families, meeting developmental milestones simply means keeping a child within…
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The Best Ways To Help Your Child With Behavioral Issues
Raising a child isn’t easy, but it becomes much more difficult when you have to manage behavioral issues. Children may exhibit problems with behavior for various reasons, so it can be hard to pinpoint the correct strategy for managing their behavior and getting them the help they need. Read on to learn the best ways to help your child with behavioral issues. Stay Consistent One of the hardest parts about raising a child with behavior issues is that their moods can vary from one day to the next, and the…
Read MoreHow To Help Your Child if They’re Left-Handed
As babies, children should be regularly reaching for items with both hands as they develop. However, once they become toddlers around the age of 2 or 3, they will start to develop hand preferences. While most of the population will develop to be right-handed, about 1 in 10 children will be lefties. Due to their rarity, some leftie children struggle. Keep reading to learn how to help your child if they’re left-handed. Accept Them While many people understand the importance of accepting their child, accepting left-handedness can be difficult. When…
Read MoreBenefits of Special Needs Children Solving Puzzles
Finding an activity that everyone universally loves is a difficult feat, especially for entertaining children with autism and other special needs. Fortunately, there are some things you can do that improve their well-being while having fun. These are the benefits of special needs children solving puzzles. Develop Cognitive Skills You can assist in improving a child’s cognitive ability with puzzles. They enable a youngster to perceive connections as a whole rather than as parts of a complete. This includes the alphabet, numbers, color recognition, and shape awareness. And putting together…
Read MoreFun Attractions To Take Your Kids to in New York City
Visiting one of the most iconic cities in the world can feel intimidating. From the Big Apple to Chinatown, New York City offers so much to do, and you only have so much time to do it. It can feel stressful to make your children excited for a trip to the big city, especially your children with special needs. So what can you do that is friendly for everyone? Luckily, there are loads of fun attractions to take your kids to in New York City, and you don’t have to…
Read MoreHow To Catch the Early Signs of Autism in a Baby
As the primary caregiver for your baby, you have a front-row seat to their growth and development. Every day brings new leaps and discoveries. These day-to-day changes show positive signs of skill-building and unique abilities. Because of how rapid a baby will progress, it’s also important to watch for any areas of opportunity—where your baby may be struggling or slower to evolve. An absence or inability of a particular skill set is not a cause for concern but could indicate developmental differences. Let’s look at how to catch the early…
Read MoreTips for Creating a Sensory-Sensitive Home
As mothers, we want our children to be safe, healthy, and happy. But if they suffer from health conditions, we must do everything we can to help them. If your child has trouble with hypersensitivity in the house, here are some tips for creating a sensory-sensitive home. What Is Sensory Processing? Sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing: these important senses are how we experience life every day. Up to 16 percent of school-aged children suffer from SPD (sensory processing disorder). For some, sensory feedback can be overwhelming, and they may…
Read MoreTips for Families Purchasing an RV Vehicle
After spending your regular life working hard and going to school, your family is in dire need of a good vacation. You don’t want to hustle out savings just for airfare alone, and it can restrict those in your family with medical predispositions. So, what are the options you can find? Luckily, you can go through with buying an RV for road trips. It will make driving less boring for your passengers, and you can even sleep in a bed while swapping driving shifts. Driving is also safer than flying,…
Read MoreHow Lunchtime Is an Important Part of Child Development
As children grow, their health requirements start to change as well. It’s essential to keep track of their health at pediatric checkups and give them food to eat that assist in their growth. However, if their diets aren’t benefiting them, it can affect their learning retention and abilities in negative ways. If students have a lack of nutrients—and even worse, no knowledge of what they eat—they can suffer physically and fall behind in their work. So, it’s essential to know the benefits of eating correctly and why it’s a crucial…
Read MoreWhat To Do Post-High School for Students With Disabilities
The day your child leaves home is a scary moment for any parent. How are they going to fare in the world? Do they have the tools to succeed? For parents of children living with a learning disability, this can be even harder, which is why under the IDEA Act, every student must build an Individualized Education Program by the time they are 16 (or 14 for Wisconsinites). That way, they begin setting goals to work towards after graduation. So, if you are unfamiliar with what to do post-high school…
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