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Special Needs Travel- A List of Tips to Help Make Your Trip Memorable and Stress Free
Planning a family vacation takes a lot of work. You have to pick the right destination, decide how to get there, where to stay, where to eat, and make sure there are activities everyone will enjoy. Now add a special needs child to that equation, and things get a lot more complicated, not to mention more stressful.
How Parents Of Children With Special Needs Can Make Time For Their Mental Health
"You can't pour from an empty cup" goes the oft-touted expression for self care. But for many parents – especially parents of children with special needs – carving out time to replenish energy and wellness levels can be inherently complicated, given there are so many variables to account for.
But by simplifying some ways to check in with yourself, you can integrate it into the happy chaos of your everyday life. Here are five ways to make time for your mental health – and make sure your cup is constantly replenished!
Does Your Anxiety Get Worse on Vacation?
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Traveling can be a lot of things, including exciting and fun. For some people, though, leaving town means dealing with increased anxiety. If you feel nervous or out of sorts before a trip, you might have vacation anxiety.
Fortunately, there are ways to manage your symptoms so you can make the most of your travels.
Weighted Blankets for Asperger's Syndrome
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We’ve had a lot of customers with Asperger’s syndrome — and many report back to us that a weighted blanket has helped them feel more relaxed. Here’s everything that you need to know about using a weighted blanket for Asperger’s syndrome.
How to Ease Autism Meltdowns on the Go
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Whether you’re an adult on the spectrum, or your child has autism, having a few strategies in the back of your mind may help you deal with meltdowns before they get out of hand. Here are our best tips for minimizing meltdowns and soothing yourself or your child when you feel a meltdown coming on.