Last week, an article titled “Reaching An Autistic Teen” appeared in the New York Times. As the mother of a 16 year old diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, my interest was piqued. I made it through the long, multi-page article, and then re-read it two more times. And now, I would like your opinion. The article…
Where Do We Draw The Line?
Could this ‘one stop’ screening test be the first step in the creation of Designer Babies? What are the pros and cons or screening embryos for inherited genetic disorders? Leave your thoughts in the comments section below. As scientists announce a new ‘genetic MOT’ for IVF embryos that will test for almost any inherited medical…
A Great Day for Up ~ Special Exposure Wednesday
My son, Lee…no crib could hold him. Since he could pull to standing, he has climbed up, down; over, under; in, out; between, around…everything. Everything. And still does. Share a photo with us this Special Exposure Wednesday. And please remember to share the comment love at each link you visit. Melody can be found at…
But We’re Not Like That Mom
But We’re Not Like That Mom Written by Guest Blogger, Jenn from Unique But Not Alone As our support group meeting began, some of the equipment in the room began to pulse and hiss oxygen. This caught Grace’s attention. She said, “Mommy, that sounds like a snake.” “Gracie, that is not a snake. It is…
A Mac In The Box
As a homeschool family infused with a variety of learning styles, sensory issues, and attention deficits…we get the job done any way, any where we can. “Would you could you in a box?” Mac would and frequently does. He’ll tell you it feels good, and he likes that his brothers can’t fit in there with…
Try This Tuesday #15: Encouraging Independence
As my son moves into his elementary school years, I am consciously trying to step back and let him show off all the things he has learned over the last few years. We certainly are continuing to work with him on developing skills, and we have the supports in place at school to help him…
Split Pea Soup, and a New Theme
Welcome to the final installment of our month of one-pot suppers. I hope you’ve enjoyed these recipes, and were inspired to try something new. In November, Cooking for Special Needs will be devoted to remaking some Thanksgiving favorites. If you have a holiday recipe you’d like to make over, send me an email at [email protected]…
5 Minutes for Special Needs Books
We have a winner for last week’s give-away, Yoga for the Special Child by Sonia Sumar. It’s #4, Stacy! Please email me at jennifergrafgroneberg (at) yahoo.com with your mailing address! Next week’s book: The New Language of Toys: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Special Needs, by Sue Schwartz. Happy reading! Jennifer Graf Groneberg is…
What I’ll be doing on Halloween
While most parents will be transforming their everyday children into a costumed alter ego and hitting the road for candy, I will be quietly losing my mind obsessing thinking about the milestone of Halloween 2008. Not that I won’t be taking my kids for the annual candy-fest. But I will also be consumed with the…
Amy’s Short Stories
Last week we heard from Crystal Jigsaw, and this week, I’d like you to meet, Amy, her daughter. Amy is a writer of rhymes and short stories, and like our previous young bloggers, has some wise words to share with us all! I love your blog, especially all the pictures of you with different animals….