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A Special Birthday for My Son with Autism

A Special Birthday for My Son with Autism My son recently turned sixteen! A milestone birthday. I wanted this birthday to feel special to my son. It was a milestone after all. How did we celebrate this milestone birthday with our son? First, in lieu of having a big party, we had three close friends…

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Two Special Birthdays

Hi Friends?! How was your weekend? Did you have a good Super Bowl Sunday? Last week we had a good time visiting with Papa (my Dad) and Nonna! They flew out to Idaho from NY so we could celebrate 2 very special birthdays. Big Brother turned 5, and my Dad turned 60!!!

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Roar Into Fun: Why Dinosaur-Themed Birthday Parties Are a Hit

Planning the perfect birthday party for a child can be an exciting yet challenging task. Among the myriad of themes available, dinosaur-themed birthday parties are a timeless favorite. This guide will help parents and dinosaur enthusiasts alike understand why these parties are a hit and provide practical tips to create a memorable event. Dinosaurs’ Allure…

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Life in the Trenches from a Special Needs Parenting Advocate

If we can all agree that parenting is difficult, frustrating, and overwhelming mixed in with the many joys of nurturing a young person; then special needs/autism caregiving is like parenting on steroids – everything is heightened. This means that the challenges as an autism mom and advocate often bring me to my knees, and the…

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Birthday Party Ideas for a 2-Year-Old Girl

Celebrate your 2-year-old daughter’s birthday with a theme and activities that she enjoys. Your little girl won’t likely remember this celebration, although she should be able to enjoy her second birthday party much more than she did her first. Incorporate some of her favorite things into the party to make it a special day for her.