Articles By: Michele Hollow

By Michele Hollow

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For Five Years My Autistic Son Didn’t Speak. Once He Did, My Parenting Changed

Special Needs Kids Need Independence, Too. I’ve been called a protective mom, and a "snowplow." I’ve actually always considered myself more of a Free-Range parent who encourages independence. But it’s...
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By Michele Hollow

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We Should Encourage Special Needs Kids to Struggle, Fail, and Prevail

Our special needs kids are capable of achieving. We should create expectations that encourage them to embrace struggle and overcome challenges.
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By Michele Hollow

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Should You Teach Your Special Needs Child How to Handle a Knife, Turn on the Stove, and Perform Other Kitchen Duties?

Do your special needs kids have kitchen skills? Learn how to support special needs in the kitchen to encourage independent kids.
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By Michele Hollow

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Independence Should Be Part of Special Needs Parenting

Learn how to encourage independence and give kids more freedom in special needs parenting.
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