Posts in 'Tips for Parents'

8 Steps to Maximize Doctor Appointments for Special-Needs Children

Doctor Visits, Patient Care, Tips for Parents

Doctor appointments are all too frequent in the lives of families with special needs children. The appointments themselves and the issues addressed, however, are seldom routine. Given that you will have 15-30 minutes at most with the doctor, making the most of this time is critical. Read More

Periods and CP: Tips for Parents

Child Development, Tips for Parents

hen we post our “Question of the Day” on Facebook, we always expect some interaction. After all, our community is very active and loves to help other families facing the same issues. However we were pleasantly surprised when we received an overwhelming amount of feedback to this question. Read More

When to Contact Your Child’s Doctor During the Holidays

Doctor Visits, Patient Care, Tips for Parents

You may have read this blog post in which Giles Manley urges parents and expectant women: Call a doctor if you feel like you should, even and especially over the holidays! This advice rings equally true for the families of children with special needs Read More

8 Things to Know After a Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis

Cerebral Palsy Diagnosis, Cerebral Palsy Information, Tips for Parents

For some parents, hearing the words “your child has cerebral palsy” for the first time is a huge shock. For many others, it only confirms what they have suspected for a long time. Still, some parents are relieved to hear the news; they knew something was wrong, and now that they know what it is, they can begin to take action. Read More

Parents of Kids with CP: Your Rights Under the FMLA

Legal Help, Tips for Parents

Working parents of kids with CP often face unique challenges. For example, you may need to take several weeks off work while your child recovers from surgery. If you work holidays, there are likely no qualified caretakers available to watch your child on those days. There are hundreds of nerve-wracking ways that caring for your... Read More

Was Your Child's CP Preventable?