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My Child's Development
My Child's Development
Practical tips and information on ways to maximize the main areas of development for children.
Health & Day Care
Health & Daily Care
From mealtimes to vaccines and everything in between, this information will help you establish routines for the day to day needs of your child.
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Meet Our Experts
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Expert Blogs
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Daily Care Articles
There are three primary ways that medications can affect the teeth and gums.
Daily home care is the best way to prepare the child for care in a dental office.
Providing oral care for children and youth with special health care needs should generally follow the same standards of practice for typically developing children
Being prepared to manage a seizure is the most important factor in providing oral care for children with seizure disorders.
Medical issues that are unique to symptoms of Down and other genetic syndromes fall into many categories...
Medical issues that are unique to cerebral palsy fall into many categories
Many types of disabilities are accompanied by behavior issues, difficulty in movement and/or seizures which can often lead to oral trauma or damage to the face or mouth.
Children with autism spectrum disorders can display a variety of behaviors and reactions that can complicate oral care.
Be sure and discuss any concerns that you have before the first appointment.
Great gift ideas from some of our favorite bloggers!
Developed in partnership with Nickelodeon and AbilityPath.org to illustrate the power of play for ALL children!
AbilityPath.org compiled four fun and easy recipes to make for the Fourth of July.
AbilityPath.org created four fun and festive activities to do with your kids this Fourth of July.
AbilityPath.org created a list of ten summer activities to do with your child that don’t require weeks of planning, a small loan or traveling further than your backyard.
Popular travel destinations and guide, including Disneyland and Morgan's Wonderland, for your family including a child with special needs or a disability.
Baseball program for children with special needs enables them to fulfill their dreams of playing America’s national pastime.
Favorite Gatepath Staff Picks
Giving toys to children with special needs presents parents with a unique set of challenges
With the holidays upon us, here’s a rundown on the 10 best gifts for kids with special needs
Ten healthy kid friendly foods with tips on how to get your child to eat them
Cassy Christianson, OT and credentialed feeding and swallowing specialist answers parent’s questions about feeding children with special needs
View staff’s top toy selections
Favorite Gatepath Staff Picks
Dentistry resources in San Mateo County (CA) and nearby communities who serve children with special needs
Consult your pediatrician before starting finger foods and discuss the appropriate foods and the latest information on allergies and the appropriate ages to introduce certain foods
According to the National Institute for Maternal and Child Health, the top ten ways to reduce the risk of SIDS are
Tips on How to Get Your Baby to Sleeep
For children with Down syndrome, there may be additional circumstances that lead to more challenges with eating and swallowing
You can encourage your child to try new foods and textures by having him help you prepare the new foods
Parents and health practitioners often track and measure development by observing milestones from infancy to young adulthood
Adults can use play as a way to promote and support several areas of children’s development
Bathing your infant or young child can be an enjoyable and special time
Studies show that adequate sleep is vital for learning and memory, and that lack of sleep affects safety
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