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Have you heard of early intervention before?  Maybe your child is in it, your friend’s baby or your doctor has mentioned it. I have worked in early intervention for about 7 years in 3 different states. Although early intervention is a federal special education program…it is run differently depending on the state in which you …

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When you are a new mom it can be overwhelming to see all of the toys, gadgets, and supplies that you need to survive baby’s first year. Which toys will your baby actually use and which ones should you skip? Simple toys that actually encourage development are some of the best ones you can buy …

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Have you heard about the importance of early literacy skills in young children?  Do you know what skills these include? Early literacy skills include Phonemic Awareness – the knowledge and manipulation of sounds in spoken words. Phonics – the relationship between written and spoken letters and sounds. Fluency – the ability to read with accuracy, appropriate rate and …

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With the holidays just around the corner it is time to think about ways to make your life easier when you travel. Flying with an infant or toddler can seem a bit overwhelming!  Holidays should be a time for enjoyment…not stress! Last year I traveled across the country with my 15 month old son for …

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