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Family Resources: Parenting a Child with Special Needs

The first five years of a child's life are critical to his or her healthy development and well-being. These years can also be among the most challenging for parents. This tip sheet provides some essential information about the early stages of childhood development and some ideas to help you deal with mealtime, bedtime and sleep, as well as toileting routines.

Tip Sheet (PDF: 48 KB)

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