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My Autistic Son Loves Probiotics
My son is seventeen and autistic. Until VERY recently he would never eat fruit or vegetables. He would hold, squeeze and smell them. On rare occasions they would even get as far as his lips but that was as far as it would go.
He was also on a gluten and casein free diet [...]
Why Piano Students Knew More About Sex Than The Other Kids In My Home Town
The center for sex education in Auburn in the mid-to-late 40’s was not the home, the church, the school, or the health clinic. Not that these did not contribute to our growing body of knowledge; they certainly did; but the center for the dissemination of actual facts was Suzanna Brown’s piano studio on Jasper Way, [...]
When Should I Make My Baby Wear Shoes
If you are a new parent one of the questions that may come up early on for you will be, “how soon should I have my baby wear shoes?” This is not an unimportant question as it will affect the health of your child’s feet for the rest of his or her life.
There is quite [...]
Should I Give My Kid An Allowance?
Sure, why not! Giving your child an allowance will assist in teaching your child responsibility, how to save and budget their money. It’s a good idea to consider starting an allowance for your child by the time they start first grade. By that time, your child will be able to learn more about [...]
The Window of My Heart
With my hands clasped under my chin, my eyes settle on the vast ocean gazing out into a mysterious world. I hear the waves crashing against the rocks, and the smell of sea air permeates my senses. I am happy.
I close my eyes and a vision of someone special enters into my thoughts, [...]
My Teen Wants A Credit Card, Should They Get One?
The answer to this question could be good or bad for your teen. The outcome would depend on if your teen is responsible, and would have the ability to pay a credit card bill they may receive in a timely manner. By doing that, your teen will be on a path to building [...]
