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A Tale of Two Disney's

A Tale of Two Disney’s

Okay, okay, I know y’all are like, “We get it, you went to Disney World” already, but bear with me for one more post. This is one of mommy anxiety, being an autism mom and about the need to let go and just hav...
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Tech Ideas for Kids with Autism

Tech Ideas for Kids with Autism

In the world of tech there seems to be a new device coming out monthly. There are gadgets and apps galore and it can seem overwhelming to just about anyone. Now imagine being on the autism spectrum and that overwhelming feeling...
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Speak Up for Kids

Speak Up for Kids’ Health Colorado April 23

Children’s Hospital Colorado and the Colorado Children’s Campaign are hosting the second annual Speak Up for Kids’ Health event on Tuesday, April 23. Last year’s event hosted 70 families a...
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Special Needs
10 Tips for Families Coping with Autism

10 Tips for Families Coping with Autism

Yesterday, I was tweeting away when a few thoughts came to mind in regards to tips for autism. I was tweeting here and there and eventually had 10 tips that I feel really help a family of an autistic child. Here they are, in no...
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Brady and World Autism Day April 2nd 2013

Our journey with Autism has been a long one. Brady turns 5 on Thursday. He was first diagnosed on the spectrum at age 2. Before that, we had struggles with other conditions, hypotonia, motor coordination disorder and many more....
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4 Tips on Starting the IEP Process

4 Tips on Starting the IEP Process

  Did you know that March is National Reading Month? Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are intended to help children reach educational goals, including success in reading, more easily – but they’re often a myste...
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Events
NSCD ability clinic

NSCD Ability Clinics March 12 with the Denver Nuggets!

NSCD Ability Clinics Free interactive camps feature sport drills adapted to individuals, ages 6 – 18, who have any type of disability. Denver Nuggets Basketball Date: March 12 Time: 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. Location: Gold C...
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AutisMate App for iPad

I’m always looking for the latest and greatest in the tech world for Autism. With AAC devices costing thousands of dollars, most families are switching to an iPad and some really decent apps for their non-verbal autistic ...
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Navigating Disney with a Special Needs Child

My kids have been begging to go back to Disney. The last 2 years we’ve gone for Spring Break to the Disney Social Media Moms conference and it was amazing. This year, we were thinking of heading west to DisneyLand in the ...
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5 Activities to Help Your Preschooler Succeed in School

5 Activities to Help Your Preschooler Succeed in School

With all of Brady’s delays, he often falls behind his peers in preschool. I’ve found these 5 websites that help him “catch up” and practice key skills at home. Whether your child is delayed or just needs...
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Vinci Tablet

Tech Week: Vinci Tablet – Great High Tech Device for Special Needs

We test a lot of products. High tech iPad apps, no tech wooden blocks and everything in between. I was excited to test out the Vinci Touch Creen Mobile Learning System. We received the 7″ tablet with wifi (on sale for $16...
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numbers with nemo app

Tech Week: Disney Numbers with Nemo App

We love Disney. That shouldn’t be a surprise to any who know me. Especially love the Pixar/Disney Movies like Toy Story, Nemo, Cars and now Brave! Since Brady uses an iPad in his therapies, I’m always on a hunt to f...
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Special Needs
Caring Santa is coming to a mall near you! #specialneeds #autism

Caring Santa is Coming to a Mall Near You!

Having a four year-old proves difficult when it comes to visiting Santa. I have many pictures of my now eight year-old crying on Santa’s lap. Now throw Autism into the mix and you can see why last year we didn’t get...
by Emily
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Brady World Autism Day

The Costumeless Costume (& a big thanks to @DisneyStore!)

I would call this a “Wordless Wednesday” but by now you all know I talk WAY too much to be wordless. I’ll try to keep this short. In years past, Brady has loved to dress up for Halloween. He thought it was hys...
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Be Patient - Special Needs Halloween

Be patient this Halloween. That “rude” kid, may have #autism

My cousin Janice from Janice & Co. shared this awesome image with me. It’s from Gumdrops & Lollipops, so I want to give proper credit. Probably the best info you can share and read this Halloween season. Many peop...
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