Episode 12 - Keeping Special Needs Kids Active

Marilyn (mom of a teen with cerebral palsy), Jessica (mom of a deaf daughter) and Vigya (mom of a girl with autism) talk about the unique challenges of raising active kids with disabilities. They share:

• what they consider when choosing programs for their kids
• what makes a program work for special needs kids
• where to go for information and ideas
• advice for families that live in smaller centres with fewer organized activities

Our moms also weigh in on recent online posts, including:

• Karen Wang’s post, Important tips for working with a special needs child.
• Special needs children: 5 ways to help their physical literacy flourish by Jennifer Pinarski on ActiveForLife.com

Read the full transcript here. 

Mom2Mom is sponsored by Saskatchewan Blue Cross.