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PBS Kids is marking Autism Awareness Month with special new cartoon episodes

"Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum" and "Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" will both introduce characters with autism next week.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Montessori-based ideas for creating a special needs play space

4 tips for creating an inclusive and supportive play environment for your child.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

10 adaptive and sensory-friendly kids clothing brands that don’t sacrifice style

No itchy tags, seams or squeezy elastic in the bunch.

Updated Mar. 31, 2021

4 must-do steps after your child gets a diagnosis

Having a child with extra needs isn't easy, but these manageable strategies can help

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

The loneliness of being a ‘special needs’ parent is real

What 'special needs' parents want other parents to know.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022

8 fun ways to help high-risk kids feel connected this summer

For children with medical conditions or special needs, this summer is complicated.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

5 tips for homeschooling a child with special needs, according to a special ed teacher

School closures are a challenge for parents of special needs kids, but here's what a teacher wants you to know.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

It’s okay if all you did was watch ‘Paw Patrol’ today

For the next several weeks I am embracing imperfect parenting, loosening up about screen time and giving myself a high-five for every day we get simply get through.

Updated Oct. 01, 2022

Colin Farrell to other parents of kids with special needs: ‘You are not alone’

“I believe every life comes with a message. Many of those messages are ignored. Our children’s aren’t.”

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

9 phrases *not* to say to a parent with a child diagnosed with autism

Well-meaning questions or statements can actually be quite hurtful for parents going through a diagnosis.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

To the mamas who’ve been with us through our autism journey—thank you

To all you amazing women who have been there for me through these ups and downs—I thank you. From the bottom of my heart. A million times over.

Updated Oct. 12, 2021
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