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Dear Special Needs Mom Longing For “Normal”

AmyMattson2017-06-04T19:39:31+00:00January 24th, 2017|Special Needs|

I see you at the park, sitting at the picnic table holding your child on your lap.  I see you watching your other children running and playing with other kids [...]

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Top 10 Special Needs Posts of 2016

AmyMattson2016-12-27T16:07:56+00:00December 27th, 2016|Special Needs, Uncategorized|

Can you believe 2016 is already coming to an end?  Ok, some of you might be like is 2016 over yet!  2016 was filled many events throughout the world.  2016 [...]

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Helping Your Child With ADHD Sleep

AmyMattson2019-09-09T18:36:19+00:00December 22nd, 2016|Family Life, Parenting, Special Needs|

Falling asleep at the end of the day can seem like an illusive idea for our children with ADHD.  As a baby and toddler, Grasshopper never really had any difficulties [...]

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Why It’s OK to Take a Therapy Break

AmyMattson2016-12-13T21:24:41+00:00December 13th, 2016|Special Needs|

Our special needs kids usually need a lot of  therapy.  And because having special need is not just a stage in life, that means these therapy sessions are not temporary.  Through the [...]

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DIY Weighted Lap Friend

AmyMattson2020-04-16T02:21:49+00:00December 8th, 2016|Homeschooling, Special Needs|

Weighted products are perfect for children with autism who have sensory issues and benefit from sensory input. A weighted lap animal or bag can have a calming effect, reduce anxiety, [...]

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