Special Needs | Indy's Child Parenting Magazine

For parents of children with sensory sensitivities, handling public meltdowns is often a difficult or even embarrassing task. Read on for strategies on how to manage these difficult moments.

“Imagine being in line at Target with two people in front of you and three people behind you. You’re stuck in that weird spot where...

Gymnastics Options for Kids with Special Needs

Mar 20, 2017

Maggie Loiselle

Running. Tumbling. Jumping. Bouncing. When it comes to engaging energetic kids indoors, it’s hard to beat a gymnastics class. Along with being a great way...

Burn Off That Energy!

Jan 24, 2017

Maggie Loiselle

Indiana weather is always changing, but all parents can predict at least part of the cold weather forecast – cooped up kids with a chance...

Special Olympics Indiana to Host Annual Polar Plunge Fundraising Events in February and March

Jan 13, 2017

indyschild

As they have each year for nearly two decades, Hoosiers in every corner of the state will come together this winter to raise money and...

Sensory Friendly Holiday Events

Dec 05, 2016

Maggie Loiselle

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season can be overwhelming for kids with sensory sensitivities. Here are some of our favorite sensory-friendly holiday events:

Sensory Friendly Performance of the Nutcracker: Short and Suite

Nov 16, 2016

Indy's Child

Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) in partnership with Village Dance Studio in Zionsville invites members of the community to a sensory friendly performance of...

Supporting Families of Children with Autism During the Holidays

Nov 15, 2016

Maggie Loiselle

Let’s face it: Holidays can be hard for parents. While the idea of relaxing and reconnecting with family sounds great, the reality of upending a...

2016 Indy’s Special Child Resource Fair

Nov 03, 2016

Indy's Child

Join us for the Indy’s Special Child Resource Fair Presented by Midwest Academy, a resource fair devoted to special needs families. Gather valuable information from local...

How to Talk to Children About Their Special Needs

Nov 01, 2016

Maggie Loiselle

Ask Christopher Willman, 10, what the world would be like if everyone looked and acted the same, and he won’t hesitate to tell you how...

Indy’s Special Child Fair Features “Conductor Cody”

Oct 31, 2016

Indy's Child

“Conductor Cody is a magical train conductor who takes his audience on a fun-filled railroad adventure. During the journey, all passengers get to participate in...

Managing Halloween for Children with Autism

Oct 25, 2016

Maggie Loiselle

Dressing up. Going door to door. Counting candy. There is no other holiday quite like Halloween. But for some, the spontaneity of the night can...

5 Ways to Help Children With Sensory Challenges Participate in Halloween Festivities

5 Tips for Enjoying Halloween with Sensory Challenges

Oct 13, 2016

the American Occupational Therapy Association

While many children enjoy Halloween traditions of tick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, and interaction with costume-clad “ghouls and goblins,” children affected by a sensory processing disorder may...

Playgrounds for Kids with Autism _ Indy's Child

Best playgrounds for kids with autism who are runners

Oct 10, 2016

Maggie Loiselle

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Indy’s Special Child magazine, a limited edition publication dedicated to the families of children with special needs....

We Rock The Spectrum Gym opens in Greenwood

Sep 23, 2016

Megan Bohrer

Finally a place where you never have to say I’m sorry... What a motto for a children’s play space! We Rock The Spectrum Kid’s Gym has opened in Greenwood.