95 | Skills For Life Series #5 - Dressing With Confidence: Practical Tips for Parents & Caregivers

95 | Skills For Life Series #5 - Dressing With Confidence: Practical Tips for Parents & Caregivers

Discover the keys to fostering independence in personal hygiene for children with special needs, and unlock the potential for both you and your child to thrive. I explore practical solutions to overcome the challenges your child might face in dressing themselves, whether due to fine motor skills or physical limitations. As a mom to an adult daughter with Down syndrome, I share insights from my personal journey and offer empathetic guidance to help you, the caregiver, find balance and time for self-care.

We'll uncover the power of adaptive clothing and environmental modifications that empower your child to dress independently. When our children gain these vital life skills, they not only open up new opportunities for themselves but also gift us, as caregivers, with peace of mind and the ability to recharge. Listen for these insights and more, that will hopefully equip you with the knowledge and encouragement to support both your child's growth and your own well-being.

The following are links to various companies that adapt or modify their clothing for people with disabilities:

Anxiety Hoodies For Sale - Women & Men Hoodies - Cloud Nine Clothing (use this code for 10% off)

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Sensory Friendly Clothing Options⁠

⁠https://magnaready.com/⁠

⁠https://joeandbella.com/collections/down-syndrome-adaptive-clothing⁠

⁠https://joeandbella.com/collections/special-needs-adaptive-clothing⁠

⁠https://us.specialkids.company/

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