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The change of structure and routine that a school holiday brings can be stressful for everyone, but particularly for children with special needs. Preparing yourself and your child for their return to school is helpful in making the transition that little bit easier.Read now
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Best Education Resources for Parents of Children with Special Needs
It's not always easy to find educational resources for parents of children with special needs - and life is stressful enough without the hassle of trying to find much-needed information and advice online.Read now -
Are weighted blankets safe for children?
Read nowWhen you’re a parent, safety is probably the first thought you have when you wake up and the last thought before going to sleep. It doesn’t help when there are news stories every other day claiming that some innocuous item poses a risk to your child’s safety. One thing that is on parent’s mind lately is weighted blankets. So are they as harmful as people are claiming?
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Autistic Pride Day: How you and your family can celebrate!
Many people with autism often feel alienated socially and like they don’t fit in. Well not on Autistic Pride Day! The 18th of June is a day people with autism can gather and celebrate their similarities, differences and what makes each one of them special.Read now -
Is adaptive clothing actually more expensive than standard children's clothing?
Read nowIn this blog we try to answer a common question we see floating around the special needs community, “Is adaptive clothing actually more expensive than standard children's clothing?
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Common sleep problems in children with special needs
Read nowDisabled children and those with special needs are more than twice as likely to have problems with sleep than others. If sleep problems continue for a long period of time, they can affect a child’s mood, learning, behaviour, and health. There are many sleep problems that children with special needs may face. These are three common ones to look out for: