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Local Spotlight: Sensory Play Date

Nicole Sipe - 05/07/2021

Articles

Accessible and Inclusive Playgrounds in Indianapolis

Jennifer Thompson - 04/07/2021

Autism

How to Explain Autism to Children

Maggie Loiselle - 04/02/2021

Big Bird was confused. The new, orange-haired girl playing on Sesame Street seemed like she didn’t want to talk to him or give him...

Special Needs

Disability Awareness Month at The Children’s Museum

Indy's Child - 03/02/2021

Each March, Disability Awareness Month is recognized throughout Indiana. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis continues to provide valuable experiences and an inclusive environment for...

Articles

Special Occasions and Special Needs Kids

Indy's Child - 12/02/2020

When you think of the holidays, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s decorating cookies, gathering around the table with loved ones, or singing your...

Health

Making Holiday Mealtimes Manageable

Indy's Child - 11/18/2020

As we begin the Holiday season, the promise of good food, possible time with family, sharing of gifts and more food is exciting! Even...

Articles

The Internal Struggle is Real

Indy's Child - 11/01/2020

Anyone who has struggled with anxiety knows it’s a struggle, and this is for both children and adults alike. During this unpredictable time, anxiety...

Articles

Helping Kids with ADHD Cope with Distractions

Indy's Child - 10/01/2020

Because of COVID-19, this school year has started off differently than any other we have experienced. For children who are learning remotely, we may...

Articles

How to Manage and Prevent a Panic Attack

Indy's Child - 09/01/2020

Palms are sweaty. Knees weak. Arms are heavy. These aren’t just the lyrics to an Eminem song, they are also tell-tale signs of a...

Articles

Find Your Tribe

Indy's Child - 08/02/2020

You have probably heard the African proverb “It takes a village to raise a child,” and after becoming a parent, it’s easy to see...

Articles

Helping Children Work Through Grief

Tessa Judge - 07/14/2020

Grief is a complicated mixture of emotions that comes in waves and can be challenging for people to recognize and deal with. This is true...

Articles

11 Ways That Caregivers Can Prioritize Self-Care

Tessa Judge - 06/16/2020

This time of social distancing and isolation can bring on a wide range of emotions, including a heightened sense of anxiety and stress. This can be...

Articles

Give Me a Break!

Indy's Child - 06/01/2020

This time of social distancing and isolation can bring on a wide range of emotions, including a heightened sense of anxiety and stress. This...

Articles

8 Tips for Nudging Your Child Towards Tidiness

Tessa Judge - 05/19/2020

With all the extra time that we are spending at home right now, our living spaces are probably looking rather … lived in, to...

Articles

Your Child’s Messy Room

Indy's Child - 05/01/2020

With all the extra time that we are spending at home right now, our living spaces are probably looking rather … lived in, to...

Articles

The Benefits of Gardening with Children

Tessa Judge - 04/30/2020

There is something therapeutic about gardening for both young and old alike. Maybe it’s the feel of the dirt between your fingers. Maybe it’s the...

Coronavirus

Carter’s Play Place Offers Dance Fit Class to Celebrate Autism Awareness Month

Tessa Judge - 04/27/2020

In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, Carter’s Play Place is kicking-off a unique five-week dance and fitness program, Dance Fit for ALL, that will...

Articles

Dental Care for Kids with Special Needs

Tessa Judge - 02/27/2020

Having a baby in the NICU is one of the scariest things a parent can face. Here are some tips for coping with that reality.

Articles

Should We Get a Pet?

Tessa Judge - 01/21/2020

Pets can offer a unique type of unconditional love and companionship that children with special needs can benefit from.

Special Needs

FREE Sensory-Friendly Skate Day at the Ice at Center Green

Indy's Child - 01/21/2020

The City of Carmel is hosting two Sensory-Friendly Skate Days on January 27 and February 24 at the Ice at Center Green, 4:00-6:00pm! The city...

Articles

Handling the Holidays with Autism

Tessa Judge - 12/13/2019

It’s beginning to look, smell, sound and feel a lot like Christmas everywhere you go. Yes, it’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it...

Articles

Sleep Strategies for Kids with Special Needs

Tessa Judge - 10/23/2019

Sleep: We all want it, we all need it, and many of us are not at our finest without it. We expect to deal with...

Articles

Relaxation Techniques for Kids on the Autism Spectrum

Tessa Judge - 10/22/2019

Breathe in through your nose. Hold it. One. Two. Three. Four. Five. Breathe out through your nose. Feel your stomach rise and fall. Repeat.  Relax. It’s...

Articles

Keep Calm and Parent On

Tessa Judge - 05/02/2019

We think of childhood as a carefree time of play and fun, but in reality, anxiety can manifest in children at nearly any age....

Articles

5 Tips for Connecting with Kids on the Autism Spectrum

Tessa Judge - 05/01/2019

Nearly 1 in 59 children have an autism spectrum disorder, meaning there is a good chance that you and your family will meet a...

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Special Needs

Local Spotlight: Sensory Play Date

Accessible and Inclusive Playgrounds in Indianapolis

How to Explain Autism to Children

Disability Awareness Month at The Children’s Museum

Special Occasions and Special Needs Kids

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