Summer Safety Tips for Children with Special Needs

Summertime safety is a big concern for most parents, simply because many children get long breaks from school and are either home all day or with a caregiver. During the school year, it’s comforting to know your child is safe in a classroom with a competent teacher, but during summer months, it can be difficult…

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Nannying For The Child With Special Needs

Our guest post today comes from International Nanny Association.  As modern families continue to grow, they have become more prone to hiring professional, experienced nannies to support the day-to-day management of their busy households. As a result, nanny roles have become much more complex and integral to the family dynamic than ever before. Nannies are expected…

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April is Autism Awareness Month

April is Autism Awareness Month, and we at TLC for Kids support Autism Awareness in our communities. In 1943, psychiatrist Leo Kanner observed 11 children who he described as having a desire for sameness and social withdrawal. He also claimed these children had speech and language problems, particularly speech delays and echoing mechanisms. Kanner used…

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Caring for Children with Special Needs

When it comes to caring for children with special needs, there are different approaches you will need to take. As a parent or caregiver, you may need to treat the special needs child different from an ordinary child, depending on what their needs are. It can be difficult for many parents, especially when they first…

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Recommended Apps for Kids with Autism

I came across this blog from North Shore Pediatrics with some great apps for kids, especially kids with Autism.  TLC for Kids is proud to be part of the Walk Now for Autism Speaks this Saturday.  Stop by our booth and say hello. 123 Token Me– This app is a visual token board that can be used…

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A Little Rest Goes A Long Way – by Leigh Rolnicki from loveu2pieces.org

Blog by Leigh Rolnicki from loveu2pieces.org Res·pite [res-pit] Noun:  A delay or cessation for a time, especially of anything distressing or trying; an interval of relief Verb: To relieve temporarily, especially from anything distressing or trying; give an interval of relief from No matter how you say it – stay, hiatus, rest, recess, postpone, suspend – respite is…

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Special Needs Care in Miami

TLC For Kids recognizes the difficulties families face in finding qualified caregivers to care for children with special needs. TLC caregivers take worry and stress away from parents while introducing your special needs child to new activities and exercises to ease his frustration. TLC would love to help your family find that perfect person to…

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Caring for Special Needs Kids

Raising a child on the autism spectrum brings with it a unique set of challenges… Not just for the child, but for the parents, siblings, grandparents and friends. TLC for Kids is proud to be associated with LoveU2Pieces.  LoveU2Pieces is committed to giving families the time and support they need to raise healthy, successful children…

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Autism Speaks and TLC are training nannies.

 TLC For Kids knows that every child is different.  Our nannies have experience working with special needs kids and kids on the autistic spectrum.  Saint Louis parents need to know that we are here to help. The number of children in the US diagnosed with autism is on the rise. A new study by the CDC  states…

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