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Having a special needs child comes with an extreme level of responsibility, and oftentimes, more expenses. So, what do you do when you have to go to work and need someone to care for your child? I struggled with this for about two years before I couldn't financially stay home with my son any longer. I spent a lot of time looking for information about finding the right child care center for my son and what I could do to prepare him for the transition from home to the center. On this blog you will find tips that can help the process go much smoother for you and your child.

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2015

Learn How To Make The Transition Into Preschool As Easy As Possible For Your Child
If you find yourself being forced to go back to work after a few years of being a stay-at-home mom, sending your child to a daycare for the first time can be a big change for both you and your child. It is important to make the transition as easy as possible for both of you so that it is a change that you both learn how to deal with in a constructive way.

3 Things To Look For In A Child Care Center If Your Child Has Special Needs
Many parents of young children with special needs work outside of their home to ensure that they provide for their family. However, their work may make it necessary for them to place their youngsters in child care, especially if the children are not old enough to attend school. Still, a child with special needs may require additional considerations in a child care environment. If you are trying to select the best child care center for your special needs child, here are a few things for which you can look:

Three Preschool Activities Celebrating Fall
With it's changing colors and cooling temperatures, autumn is a fascinating time for preschoolers.  Capture the fun of fall with these three preschool-appropriate activities. Crayon Rub Leaves Materials: Leaves in different shapes and sizes, copy paper, crayons To complete this activity each child will need a handful of different leaves.  If time and weather permit, take a nature walk together and allow children to collect their own leaves, encouraging them to find as many different shapes and sizes as they can.