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From mealtimes to vaccines and everything in between, this information will help you establish routines for the day to day needs of your child.

 
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Connect to a network of parents and professionals and develop your own support network of peers and advisors.

 
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Don't know where to start? Overwhelmed by all the acronyms? Learn how to navigate the system of care and tips on preparing for IEPs.

 
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Our panel of experts combine medical and therapeutic perspectives with years of experience working passionately alongside famiiles and children with special needs.

 
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Tools & Resources

A library of resources, reference links and easy to print guidelines for you to post on the fridge and share with others!

 
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This section is devoted to our amazing moms. It's ok, in fact we encourage you to laugh and develop goals for YOURSELF! Share your secrets of sanity and be encouraged to take time for you!

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    Wow! So exciting! Thank you! I never win anything.
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    Congratulations Lisa!

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    As a mom of three sons, one that is "twice exceptional," gifted, with ADHD and one with Down syndrome. My youngest son does not have a disability put is impacted by the challenges we all fa...
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