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All Aboard the Holiday Express…
The holiday season. I liken it to an express train on a long, straight track: You can see it coming from miles away, but you don’t realize how fast it’s approaching until it’s flying by, leaving your ears ringing, your hair a windswept mess, and the pit of your stomach churning with unspent adrenaline. With…
Children With Autism: Crossing The Line
Sometimes my autistic son amazes me. How does he go from a special needs-type of situation to a situation with typical kids? Is he really this flexible? How are other kids at going back and forth between two worlds? How can you help your kids navigate between special needs groups/classes/experiences to more typical experiences?My son is in an inclusion class with only typical kids. He can go from a physical education class …
How to Prepare Your Body for a Healthy Pregnancy
Many birth defects or complications are out of a woman’s control, but entering into pregnancy in the healthiest state possible reduces risks of other complications. Even small improvements to your overall health and lifestyle positively impact the pregnancy. Assessing your current habits and health level gives you a starting point for making adjustments. Even though your partner doesn’t directly grow the baby during pregnancy, his healthy lifestyle changes before conception make an overall positive impression on the family.
Treatments for Dust Allergies
An allergic reaction occurs when the body’s immune system overreacts to substances called allergens that usually are not harmful. Household dust, which can include tiny particles of pollen, fibers and microscopic insects called mites, can cause allergic reactions, according to Medline Plus, and dust mites are the primary cause of dust allergies. Treatments for dust allergies vary, but it should be noted that the highest concentration of dust mites is typically found in box springs, mattresses and bedding.