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Health Information Resources in Early Intervention: Children’s Hospitals

We are not expected to be medical doctors, but we are expected to be informed team members. Utilizing these health libraries ensures our practice—and our resource sharing—is grounded in reliable information.

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Coping with the Social Isolation of Having a Child with Special Needs

It took work on our part and on the part of our friends who saw us struggling and to whom we asked for help. We said we are lonely and they said we want to help you. Let’s fix it. Once we realized how to include more opportunities for friends, we felt more connected.

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Wright’s Law and Wrightslaw: Empowering Early Intervention Advocacy

The core principle of Wright’s Law is that parents have the right to be involved in their child’s education and advocate for their needs.

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Using the CDC as a Trusted Resource for Early Intervention

Remember, knowledge is power, and the CDC is a fantastic resource for anyone invested in the healthy development of all children.

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Using Pathways.org Videos in Early Intervention

The parents’ faces lit up! Seeing the skill in action made the milestone tangible and understandable. It wasn’t just words anymore; it was a real-life demonstration.
I find these videos incredibly helpful, not only for showcasing current skills but also for providing a visual preview of what to expect next.