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Autism and Too Much Stuff

Autism and Too Much Stuff I recently read an article about a family with a child on the autism spectrum. The family purchased a lot of play structures for their front yard. They did this because they have a child on the autism spectrum. They discovered that their child benefits from movement. They purchased lots…

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Best Baby Products To Get You Through The First Month

Hey, you there! Quick question: how would you like to be thrown into a situation you're completely unprepared for, get mixed advice from everyone, and it lasts for the rest of your life? Sound good? Then parenting is absolutely for you. The reality is that no matter how ready you think you are for life…

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Autism and Turning the Page on Little Boy Stuff

My son has grown out of a lot of his “little boy” stuff quite naturally. He simply stopped playing with toy cars, airplanes, and even Transformers when things like devices and computer games became more interesting. This transition happened pretty much on schedule. Did he give it all up? Well, two things were still looming…

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Veggie and Egg Stuffed Bread

Every year right before the Superbowl we feel the pressure. You may be wondering why we, as registered dietitians and personal trainers would feel anxious before the big game, especially given that our team hasn’t been in it for years (you’ll do it one of these days Redskins! :)). But the truth is, we don’t…