Raising a special needs child
I am the mom of a child that has special needs. She is my world. I remember the day that I had her like it was yesterday. It was the day of unknowns. I was 24 weeks pregnant and my baby, for whatever...
View ArticleAngelman Syndrome successfully cured in mice
Angelman Syndrome, a devastating neurological disorder, has been successfully cured in mice, according to a report by Yahoo News. Scientists have pinpointed the cause of the disorder as the absence of...
View ArticleHow to choose the right daycare
Maybe you’re doing it to get your child some more social interaction. Maybe you just want a few hours a day of alone time, or clean-the-house time, or sleep time. No matter the reason, it is important...
View ArticleSuspensions of disabled children lead to court battle in Australia
Parents in New South Wales, Australia are going to court after numerous children with disabilities have been suspended in recent years. Parents say the children are being unfairly punished for acting...
View ArticleCelebrities with ADD/ADHD
For children with an attention disorder, every day can be a struggle to focus on necessary tasks like schoolwork. However, there are many successful people in the world who have been diagnosed with...
View ArticleDiabetic kids with asthma have more trouble controlling blood sugar
A new study released in Pediatrics has found that kids with type 1 diabetes and asthma have a particularly difficult time controlling their blood sugar levels. The study sampled 2,000 participants...
View ArticleWhat to do if your child’s stutter persists
Many children go through brief stuttering spells during their toddler years, and for some, it goes away as they continue to grow older. For others, it might turn out to be a bit more prolonged....
View ArticleAutism diagnoses on the rise
Research has shown that the diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorders is on the rise. It is on the rise for all types of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Ten years ago, the rate of autism diagnoses was about 1...
View ArticleHip-Hop cartoon promotes self-esteem for children with cancer
A partnership, the first of its kind, has come together to offer a new and creative way to help kids who are battling cancer. Gabe’s Chemo Duck Program, a nonprofit organization providing education and...
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