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Katie is a mom to three kids who were all born prematurely and spent time in the NICU. Her daughter has ataxic cerebral palsy and one of her sons has eosinophilic esophagitis, asthma, and autism.

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Yo Gabba Gabba perfect for special needs kids

Television is perfectly fine in moderation. Real parents, not those who pretend to be perfect, let their children watch some television. As long as it...
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Sensory summer activity of the day: painting

What they will need:Finger paints or water color paints (both can be found for under $5 at any local Publix, Kroger, Walmart, or Food Depot)Paper...
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Cheap summer sensory activity of the day: water balloons!

Today is supposed to be in the 90’s and the air quality is not too bad. It is a perfect day for water balloons! You can find water balloons at...
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Cheap sensory summer idea of the day: blow bubbles outside!

What you will need:You can find all of this stuff at your local Kroger, Publix, CVS, Ingles, Walmart, Target, or Aldi's. Combined, the total cost...
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Cheap summer sensory fun tip of the day: chores!!!!!!

Yes, you are reading that correctly. Today’s activity is chores! Household chores can be fun if you as a parent frame them as games. Singing a...
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Cheap sensory summer idea of the day: homemade play dough!

What it does: Helps strengthen handsencourages playhelps with new sensationsencourages interest in cookingWhat you...
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World of Warcraft OK for Special Needs Kids in the right setting

Video games have become the whipping boy of the parenting world. If your child has become anti social, video games are blamed. If you child’s...
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Cheap summer sensory fun tip of the day: sponges

What this does:Provides a sensation of wetness, helps with fine motor skills.What you will need:Two containersSpongePaintPaperFun idea number one:Fill...
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Cheap summer sensory fun tip of the day: squirt bottles

What this does:This helps with motor and hand development.What you need: squirt bottle of any kind. These are available at the dollar...
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Cheap summer sensory fun with balloons!

I just had to share this sensory exercise that I just did with my kids.What you will need:Package of water balloonsHand or foot pumpLaundry basketWhat...
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