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Scaphocephaly and Craniosynostosis
Scaphocephalyis, the most common type of craniosynostosis, is most often diagnosed in newborns who have ridged, missing or quickly closing 'soft spots' or fontanelles, or unusually shaped skulls growing too slowly. Immediate medical attention by a pediatric neurologist or surgeon may be required.
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Explaining Down Syndrome to Children
Deciding how to explain Down syndrome to young children may challenge the beliefs and expectations of adults who see more differences than similarities among children with Down syndrome and their mainstream peers.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art55519.asp

Easter Craft Ideas
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art21925.asp

Easter and Children with Disabilities
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art13561.asp

Wearing Glasses in Early Childhood
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art54721.asp

Children with Disabilities in Movies, Ads and Television
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art54743.asp

Recognizing Early Signs of Autism
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art55223.asp

Forgiving Family
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art48067.asp

Grandparents of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art37114.asp

Home Accessibility and Visitability
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art37751.asp

Down Syndrome Awareness Month - March or October?
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art53612.asp

Teens with Disabilities - Transition Planning
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art33519.asp

Reflux - Pediatric GERD, Infant GER and EER
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art3730.asp

Preparing for Emergencies - Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50320.asp

Signing, Reading and Spelling
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art33567.asp

Oral Health and Dental Visits for Children
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art55319.asp

Cutting with Scissors and Other Fine Motor Skills
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art52119.asp

Printing and Cursive Handwriting for Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art51023.asp

Teaching Handwriting to Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art51022.asp

Person Centered Planning
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art53731.asp

Communicating with Babies
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art54401.asp

Music Education - Every Voice Heard
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art46397.asp

Cousins of Children with Special Needs
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art44239.asp

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