Tag Archives: family
Preparation! The key to a positive camp experience for your child with special needs.
Deciding on the right camp for your child with special needs is the first step to having a positive camp experience. Now that you have done your research and selected the perfect camp, what’s next? How can you prepare your … Continue reading
The added value of subtracting a car from our life
Two years ago our little Civic sedan roared its engine for the last time. We decided not to replace it once we crunched the numbers. It costs about $10,000 to own and maintain a car per year and we could think … Continue reading
Learning more than one language in the early years
Is it okay to speak my home language to my child? One of the most common questions I hear as a public health nurse who works with families of young children is if it’s ok to speak another language to your child. Parents often worry … Continue reading
Autism spectrum disorder and wandering: A parent’s biggest worry
I recently had the privilege of speaking with Cindy, the mom of a four-year-old boy named Christopher. Christopher has autism spectrum disorder. I was listening to Cindy describe her daily routine and her story really opened my eyes to the … Continue reading
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda and Measles
With all the snow outside, I find myself thinking back to my childhood and some of the ways I would keep myself busy if it was too cold to play outside. I remember reading the book Matilda and watching Charlie … Continue reading
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