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California Regional Centers and Your Child with Autism
This may come off as a rant, but really it's a warning to new parents out there. What is a California Regional Center? From the CA.gov website: "Regional centers are nonprofit private corporations that contract with the Department of Developmental Services to provide or coordinate services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities. They have…
NFL Caliber Fitness Centers and Other Things My College Freshman Can Do Without
Dear College, Thank you for hosting my daughter and me for a campus tour. We had a great time. The campus was lovely. Our guide was perky, charming, and enthusiastic, and your facilities are amazing. So amazing, in fact, that I was a bit taken aback. I mean, WOW! For a minute I almost forgot…
Toys “R” Us Recalls Imaginarium Activity Centers
More than 24,000 Imaginarium 5-Sided Activity Centers sold at Toys R Us have been recalled because of possible choking hazards, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Why it’s being recalled:The small wooden knobs attaching the xylophone keys to the end can detach, causing a choking hazard to young children.Toys R Us has received eight reports of the knobs detaching, although there have not yet been any reports of injuries.
How to Choose Baby Playpens, Activity Centers and Bouncers
Choosing which products to buy for your baby can be nerve-wracking, especially if this is your first, but narrowing down which one is right for your baby shouldn’t be that difficult. Determine the features that are most important to you when it comes to big ticket items like a playpen, activity center and bouncer so you get your money’s worth and your baby gets a pleasurable and safe experience.
Fitness Centers for Kids
It doesn’t matter whether your child is or is not a budding jock, a fitness center designed just for kids is a great place to introduce him to the importance of working out. In this safe, controlled environment, he can practice certain exercises and stay healthy among his peers, without feeling intimidated by or looked down upon by adults.