A Short Guide to Help You Care for Children with Dysphagia

Caring for children with swallowing difficulties—also known as dysphagia—can be incredibly challenging. Not only are you faced with the prospect of finding food and drinks that your child actually enjoys, but you also need to make sure they are safe to consume.  Swallowing difficulties require special care and attention to ensure your child’s nutritional needs are met while at the same time reducing the risk of choking, aspiration, and other complications during mealtimes.  Here is a short guide to help you care for children with dysphagia. Provide Age-Appropriate, Nutritious Foods According to Children’s Health, swallowing difficulties are common in kids: between 25% and 45% of children have some form of dysphagia. To ensure your child consumes a well-balanced diet that is safe and nutritious, make sure you provide them with healthy, age-appropriate food items…

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How to Create a Small Family Business from Home

Each year, thousands of people decide that they want to escape the monotony and regimented regime of 9-5 working and create a business that is completely their own. For many people, office-based careers do not provide that stimulation or satisfaction in working that can be gained from overseeingyour own small business. It can be incredibly rewarding to have an idea for a new business and then take steps (and a lot of hard work) to transform the idea into a commercial reality. If you have a family with children of working age, it can be fantastic to make your business a true family-run enterprise. If it is a success, it could eventually provide full-time employment and high levels of remuneration for all interested family members. When thinking about starting a…

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Top Four Tips for Dealing with Medical Malpractice in Children’s Health Issues

For parents, their child’s health is their number one priority. So,when your child gets sick or injured, and you take them to a medical center, you expect them to be looked after with the highest level of care. Unfortunately, in some instances, medical malpractice can occur. Whether it’s from a lack of expertise, training, or an error in judgment when making an important decision about your child’s health, medical malpractice can lead to devastating consequences. Dealing with this type of situation can be distressing, and you may feel overwhelmed as you go through the motions. So, here are fourtop tips to help you deal with medical malpractice in children’s health issues. 1. Seek Professional Legal Advice If you have a strong suspicion that there was medical malpractice in your child's health…

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Making A Home Your Own: How To Make A New House Feel Like Home

It can be very exciting when you move into a new home, but once the boxes are unpacked and the kettle is up and running,you can find yourself in a strange new world. It is understandable to feel like you are walking in someone else’s shoes, or invading someone else’s space. A traveller in a foreign land. Use these simple steps to blow away the cobwebs of the old owner, and shine your light in your new home. The First Few Steps Inside Moving into a new house can often feel like stepping into the unknown, and certainly the unfamiliar. The rooms will not hold any of your personal memories yet, and the walls echo with a sense of emptiness. It is also a blank canvas, waiting for you to…

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Creating a Personal and Intimate Memorial – A Guide to Holding a Memorial Service at Home

Holding a memorial service at home provides a unique opportunity to create a personal and intimate gathering to honour the life and memory of a loved one. It allows you to create a warm and comforting environment where family and friends can come together to share stories, memories, and support.  Here, we will explore some practical steps and meaningful ideas to help you plan and organise a memorial service at your home. With the help of these suggestions, you can create a deeply personal and heartfelt tribute that celebrates your loved one’s life.  Decide On The Format Of The Service Before planning the details, consider the purpose and format of the memorial service you want to hold. Determine whether you want it to be formal or informal, religious or secular,…

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Gavin hit a major milestone

We’ve hit a major milestone in Gavin’s transition into his adult life. It’s been a journey that has taken us down countless winding roads and back again but he has found his path for now. For those who are new here, Gavin is my 23 year old, autistic son. He’s had a very rough life filled with trauma and life threatening health problems. The very fact that I’m writing about this transition journey is a beyond amazing because there were times along the way that just didn’t see this as a possibility for him. Yet here we are. :-) Gavin is such a unique kid and has overcome so many obstacles in his short life. He’s doing incredibly well but still needs help to navigate the world. He recently hit…

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Tips for Helping Your Neurodivergent Child Prepare for a New Home

I’m trying to write more often and because I’m struggling with it a bit, I’m taking requests on topics. A very common topic seems to be helping your autistic or neurodivergent child prepare for a major life change, like moving. I hope this helps. :-) Moving to a new house is a big deal for any family, but it can be especially difficult if your child is neurodivergent. However, you may guide your child through this adjustment with less struggle if you plan beforehand, have patience, and are understanding. Here are some helpful hints to help you with this process. Keep in mind that there is no such thing as a one size fits all kinda approach that works. This guide is meant as a general direction to go in…

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Does Leukemia in Adulthood Differ From Childhood?

Leukemia, a kind of cancer that attacks the bone marrow and blood, is something that both adults and children can develop. However, there are differences between leukemia in adulthood and leukemia in childhood, and knowing the differences could help you if you or a family member have this disease. The more you know, the more able you will be to deal with what needs to happen next. With that in mind, read on to find out more.  Types Of Leukemia  In general, leukemia can be grouped into four main types. These are: • Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) • Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) • Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) • Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) Although anyone of any age can develop any of these types of leukemia, ALL and AML are more common in children, while…

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