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Educational Resources
Links to excellent resources for all parents
INFANT DEVELOPMENT
Newborn Brochure: What to expect as you observe
What infants and children are learning in the first 5 years
EARLY IDENTIFICATION:
https://illinoisearlylearning.org/resources/tipsheets/
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly
Learn the Signs. Act Early - First five years (nsw.gov.au)
Fun Facts About Children's Brain Development
COMMUNICATION:
Helping Language Skills develop
Stimulating Language 1-4 Courtesy of Amy Ward
Stimulating Language 5-8 Courtesy of Amy Ward
MOTOR:
Practicing Basic Transitions: Case example Observe the mother of a 12 month old twin assist him to learn to move from lying on his back up to a sitting position
To Sit or to Side sit. That is the Question!
GLOBAL MOTOR RESOURCES:
Pediatric Exercises English Version
Pediatric Exercises Spanish Version
COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT:
Baby Toys to promote cognitive problem-solving skills Courtesy of Alex Mead
Toddler Toys to promote cognitive problem-solving skills Courtesy of Alex Mead
SCHOOL AGE:
Autism support, resources & advocacy | Autism Speaks
Autism Navigator – Autism Navigator
https://www.foothillsacademy.org/community/articles/self-regulation-difficulties
FamilyEducation by PlayKids: Balancing Screen Time for Kids: 5 Best Tips for Parents
Parents: Trusted Parenting Information for Raising the Future
Kids Health Information : ADHD – ways to help children at school and home (rch.org.au)
CEREBRAL PALSY:
DEVELOPMENTAL COORDINATION DISORDER
CONSTIPATION:
SLEEP:
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Clinical Guide to Pediatric Sleep by Mindel and Owens -
A comprehensive guide to understanding pediatric sleep -
CHAILEY Sleep Questionnaire
A specialized assessment tool for children with cerebral palsy
Organizations & Websites
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Sleep Health Foundation (sleephealthfoundation.org.au)
Free Australian resource with expert-managed sleep information, also covers New Zealand
CANCER:
https://www.mesotheliomahope.com/resources/children/ Adults talking with children/families about cancer
GENERAL
Car Seats and Safety: https://www.thebarnesfirm.com/driving-with-infants-tips-for-new-parents/
Prematurity: Born too soon
Teething: https://www.newmouth.com/blog/signs-of-teething
Mental Health: https://mindup.org/
Domestic Violence: International Domestic Violence Resource Guide A global list of international help centers and organizations for victims all over the world.
NUTRITION
There’s a picky eater in the house
FOR PROFESSIONALS: Sites to Download papers and practice guidelines
Specific repositories and databases
www.evidenceportal.dcj.nsw.gov.au
Telepractice Hub: Resources for effective telepractice delivery
Access to free research papers:
https://portal.research4life.org/