Yearly Archives: 2025

When the genetics counselor first said the words “rare genetic disorder,” you probably felt like the floor dropped out from under you. Your mind went blank while they explained chromosomes and mutations, and you left that appointment with a folder […]

Think of this as a parent: You’re at your child’s soccer game when suddenly a kid on the field collapses. Parents are screaming, coaches are running, and someone shouts, “Call 911!” In the chaos, you notice an AED mounted on […]

As parents of a child with special needs, we already have our plates overflowing with appointments, medication schedules, and endless research into the latest treatments that might help our kids. Our browser history is filled with searches like “sensory-friendly activities” […]

In those phases when your child is finally settled and the house is peaceful, as parents, our minds often wander to the constant worries we carry: How can I prevent my child from hurting themselves? How can we safely travel […]

If you’re a parent of a special needs child, you have probably discovered that even simple tasks can become complex challenges. Add dental care to the mix, and you are wondering how you will get through a dental cleaning without […]

When summer arrives and pool invitations start coming in, parents often feel anxious about water activities for their children with special needs. While we want our children to enjoy the same fun experiences as their peers, we also know that […]

When you’re researching specialized pediatric nursing services or PPEC (Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care) centers as care options for your child with special needs, or consulting with specialists to discuss your child’s complex medical requirements, there are several questions that run […]

As parents of children with special needs, we often juggle countless responsibilities from coordinating appointments to managing medications to ensuring our children’s educational needs are met. Dental health sometimes takes a backseat in this process of caregiving, especially when toothbrushing […]

Every parent wants their child to be heard, understood, and able to share their world with others. This fundamental desire can feel deeply important and sometimes uncertain for families raising children with special needs. You might wonder: How can I […]

During quiet moments between appointments and play sessions, as parents, our minds often drift to unanswered questions about our children with special needs. Are they happy? Are they struggling emotionally? Is that new behavior just a phase or something more […]