Hoverboard Safety for Kids

by Tracey Sutherland, cPNP on April 06, 2020

Safety advice from Boston Children's Hospital on Hoverboard safety... Read full article

Improve Your Skating Off The Ice

by FMC Ice Sports | Danielle DiBenedetto on March 19, 2020

For figure skaters and hockey players most of the time practicing their skills is spent on the ice. However, there are methods to improve your skating that can be completed right at home!... Read full article

Boosters and the back seat: Car seat safety is important for kids of all ages!

by Kathy Kiley, BSN, RN, CPEN on March 06, 2020

Making sure the time is right to transition a child to to a booster seat is essential for child safety while driving.... Read full article

What Are Infant Lip and Tongue Ties?

by Lexington Smile Studio on February 24, 2020

If it’s determined that your baby has a lip or tongue tie, CO2 laser therapy is the most advanced, quick and safe treatment. ... Read full article

What is a Tongue-Tie?

by Lexington Smile Studio on November 28, 2019

A common sign that a child may be tongue-tied is a delay in speech development. Learn about treating tongue-tie today. ... Read full article

Understanding the Special Education Process and Feeling Positive About Support Received in a School

by Andrea Freeman and Tiffany Palenscar, Easterseals Massachusetts on October 10, 2019

Each child learns differently, which may mean that additional support in school is needed in certain areas. If this is the case, your child’s teacher or a school administrator may discuss having your child evaluated for special education services wi... Read full article

Addressing Challenging Behavior and How it Relates to the IEP Process: A Reference Guide for Parents

by Dana Howell, Easterseals Massachusetts on October 10, 2019

When you have a child with academic, social, or behavioral challenges, providing them with the correct supports can be an overwhelming and confusing process. How do you ensure that teachers and therapists effectively meet the needs of your child? For... Read full article

Transition Assessments- What are they? Why are they beneficial?

by Lizzette Grattan, Easterseals Massachusetts on October 10, 2019

Transition Assessments are most commonly performed when a child has an IEP (Individual Education Plan) or a 504 plan. By Federal law the transition age begins at 16 years old but in the state of Massachusetts it begins at 14 years old. When student... Read full article

Knowing When You Should Request a Third Party Evaluation

by Paul Medeiros, Easterseals Massachusetts on October 10, 2019

During the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) creation process, it is not unusual for a parent to disagree with a recommendation from one or more of the school’s team members. If a compromise cannot be reached, there is a risk that this difference ... Read full article

Top 5 Farms For Family Tours in Greater Boston and Massachusetts in 2019

by 2019 Family Favorites on August 13, 2019

Here are the 2019 Top 5 Farms For Family Tours as voted for by parents in Greater Boston and throughout New England ... Read full article