Last week, I received this question from a fellow autism mom: "Is there any legal precedent for expediting our IEP meeting?" Their situation was as follows - The family was "waiting and waiting and waiting" to receive a new IEP meeting date ever since their meeting in September had to be postponed. During this time, their child's teacher got a promotion and the classroom … [Read more...] about Obtaining an IEP Meeting
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Involvement in Extracurricular Activities
According to a study by the National Center for Education Statistics, students who take part in extracurricular activities are three times as likely to make higher grades in math and reading than kids who don't. In addition to academic benefits, students also get an opportunity to experience teamwork, learn new skills and make friends through after-school activities. From … [Read more...] about Involvement in Extracurricular Activities
How Does In Vitro Fertilization Work?
In vitro fertilization, created in 1978, is a viable option for infertile couples to conceive after all other options have been exhausted. Before considering in vitro fertilization, it is important to understand the physical and emotional rigors that in vitro fertilization can put a couple through. While the result can be parenthood, the process is not simple and results are … [Read more...] about How Does In Vitro Fertilization Work?
Three Ways to Get Present and Cherish the Moments
Do you ever know how someone really feels? It’s hard to tell, as we live in a time of so much noise and distraction. People are tuning in less to each other and paying more attention to the technology, social media, advertising messages, the news, and other external disturbances around them. Being able to recognize someone’s feelings means you’re tuned into their verbal and … [Read more...] about Three Ways to Get Present and Cherish the Moments
Taking a Family Approach to Health and Weight Loss
As a Mom if you put an emphasis on health it will motivate your children to eat better and be more active. Your involvement is crucial, and even better, get the entire family on board, engaged and focused on health. It changes the focus from losing weight to choosing the right foods and being active to stay healthy. When everyone in the family gets involved, it demonstrates … [Read more...] about Taking a Family Approach to Health and Weight Loss