At Florida Autism Center (aka BlueSprig Pediatrics), we want to ensure all families have access to the proper resources needed to ensure their loved ones live a happy and fulfilling life. According to the CDC, drowning is the leading cause...
Summertime is almost here, and parents across the country are looking for ways to keep kids entertained and help continue to encourage learning and creativity during the break. But instead of forcing kids to do worksheets, or watching them...
Bonding and attachment are important for all babies, but they can be especially challenging for parents of babies who are in the NICU. The NICU can be a stressful environment, and it can be difficult to get to know...
Orlando Mom Collective is thrilled to bring you our Guide to Family Practices in and around the Orlando area. The goal of this guide is to be a resource for local moms who are looking for a new family...
Today’s children are inundated with information and the pressure to excel academically is higher than ever. Because of this, creative thinking and creative expression often get left behind. But creative thinking is crucial for a child’s healthy development and...
Mental health disorders in children are common; in fact, many adults who suffer with mental health conditions had an onset of symptoms during childhood. But the signs went undetected by those around them, resulting in a longer period of...
Mother's Day can be a particularly challenging time for moms who have children with special needs. The demands of caring for a child with a disability can be overwhelming, and it can be easy to feel isolated and alone....
Universal Theme Park definitely chose the right name. They have stepped up their game when it comes to being an inclusive park. They currently offer a variety of accommodations for guests with disabilities. Each park (Volcano Bay and Universal...
As recently as 2021, nearly 7% of American households reported homeschooling at least one child. Statistics show that families choose to homeschool their children for a variety of reasons, including:
Concerns about the school environment, like:
Peer pressure
Exposure...
Excerpted from Everything We Should Have Taught You in High School, But Never Did by Dr. Richard Gary Shear. Copyright © 2023 Richard Shear. Reprinted with permission from Richard Shear. New York, NY. All rights reserved.
Schools Did Not Teach...
Screens are a part of everyday life in the digital age, but do we know of the effects of screen time for kids? As a parent, you probably use phones, tablets, and TVs to schedule your kid’s activities, gather...
We can’t count the times parents have told us how much their children love pediped® shoes and even refuse to wear other footwear. We know kids can feel the difference that healthy footwear makes. From day one, our mantra—comfort,...
Running a family is a full-time job—and your little ones safety and health is always top of mind.
Unfortunately, not everyone else is as thoughtful, cautious and as safe as you are, and accidents can happen because of someone else’s...
It is time to let go of the guilt about sleep training! That's right mama, there is so much good that can come from sleep training your baby or child that it can outweigh the hard few days that...
Moving with kids is not easy. Whether you are moving to another city in Florida or across the country, it’s all challenging when children are involved. Even if everyone in the family generally seems excited about the move, kids...