Rett Girl

Caroline’s Cart

Bridget — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:49:14 +0000

As a special needs mom herself, Drew longed to be able to take her daughter shopping with her again. Her dream has now become a reality as she developed an amazing special needs grocery cart. To learn more about the cart itself and to print off information to take to YOUR local shops please visit their site. Our dream is to have one of these in EVERY store nationwide!

Technical features and benefits of Caroline’s Cart

The handles of Caroline’s Cart swing back to provide convenient access to the seat
The seat back has a five degree tilt for increased comfort for low muscle tone children
The seat faces the caregiver, so eye contact is easy to maintain, children with anxiety issues can watch the parent during the shopping trip, and children prone to seizures can be monitored
The platform below the seat provides a footrest for the child
An abductor in the seat helps keep the child upright
A harness helps to secure the child so parents have hands free to steer the cart and shop
An ample cargo basket provides space for purchased items, including hooks on the side for hanging bags

Cheetah Tutu Bow Hanger

admin — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:00:43 +0000

Submitted by: Kelly Butler

Brooklyn LOVES to have her hair done and LOVES all of her pretty bows and barrettes! Of course, they end up all over the house! She received this GREAT bow holder for Christmas this year. It is both cute and practical – we love it! We found ours at Lillian Vernon but there are lots of versions out there if you look around – like these.

B.R.A.T Diet (drink)

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:46:11 +0000

At last! A deliciously creamy, non dairy wellness drink for kids and grown ups alike. Inspired by the tummy-settling principles of the B.R.A.T. diet, Organic B.R.A.T.™ feel better drinks are formulated with ingredients that settle an upset stomach and help to calm vomiting & diarrhea while also naturally restoring electrolytes and nutrients.

Perfect for your girls that a tube fed and can’t eat the bananas, rice, apples, and toast by mouth!

ZeroXposur Skye Snowboard Jacket

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:17:35 +0000

Submitted by: Kelly Shubert

We LOVE this coat for our daughter Emma! Because it is a snowboard jacket it has extra features that keep her warmer, I think they are actually intended to keep snow out, but it works great for Emma. At the end of the sleeves there is an elastic band for her fingers to go through and a hole for her thumb which helps to keep her mittens or gloves under the coat and keeps her from getting them off. Then inside the coat at the waist band there is another piece with an elastic band that you velcro closed that keeps the coat tight to her waist and doesn’t allow cold air to go up it. We love it! It is heavier than her previous winter coats too!

Just Because

terri-gp2c — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:14:36 +0000

Amusing and often touching, this story encompasses the issue of disability in a charming celebration of sibling friendship to which all children can relate

My big sister Clemmie is my best friend. She can’t walk, talk, move around much, cook macaroni, pilot a plane, juggle or do algebra. I don’t know why she doesn’t do these things. Just because.

A younger brother describes all the fun he has with the big sister he loves so much—just because, in this heartwarming picture book about being perfectly loved, no matter what. He is enthusiastic about just how loving and special she is, and delights in telling us about all the fun things they do together. Only as his tale unfolds does the reader begin to realize that his sister has special needs—and by then the reader just accepts, as he does, all the wonderful things about her. Teachers and librarians will appreciate this book for its sincere and convincing treatment of children with special needs, while parents will use this book to encourage sibling friendship and to read with children who are beginning to ask why a particular child they know is “different.”

Sometimes

terri-gp2c — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:08:35 +0000

Toby and Clemmie return in this touching and amusing sequel to Just Because, proving that even a scary hospital can be a place for fun if you have the right attitude and the support of someone you love

Toby loves his big sister Clemmie. She always looks after him and he looks after her—no matter what. Toby knows his sister is very brave, but when she has to go to the hospital again, they both have to help each other face their fears. Together, they still find ways to have fun and make the hospital a much better place. Their uplifting story will be loved by parents and children alike who find themselves in a similar situation, and will help encourage children to ease their fears and feel better about spending time in intimidating hospitals. Toby and Clemmie first appeared in Just Because, in which Toby paints us a picture of his super big sister and all the things they do together—just because.

The Cake Mix Doctor Bakes Gluten-Free

terri-gp2c — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:11 +0000

Thirty million Americans are gluten-intolerant or have a gluten sensitivity, eliminating it from their diets because gluten—a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley—has been implicated in health issues ranging from respiratory problems and abdominal discomfort to anemia, anxiety, and infertility. The food industry has bullishly taken notice. Gluten-free baking products, including cake mixes from Betty Crocker, King Arthur, Whole Foods, and others, have increased sevenfold on grocery shelves in recent years, and the number of other gluten-free products has grown as well—832 were introduced in 2008 alone. And gluten-free options are on the menu of national restaurants like Boston Market, Chili’s, Ruby Tuesday, Outback Steakhouse, and others.

Now comes even sweeter news for people looking to cut gluten from their diets: Anne Byrn shows how to transform gluten-free cake mixes into 76 rich, decadent, easy-to-make, impossible-to-resist desserts. Performing the magic that’s made her a bestselling baking author with over 33 million copies of her books in print, she doctors mixes with additions like almond extract, fresh berries, cocoa powder, grated coconut, cinnamon, lime zest, and more—naturally, all gluten-free ingredients—and voilà: Tres Leches Cake with Whipped Cream and Summer Berries, Almond Cream Cheese Pound Cake, Chocolate Cupcakes with Milk Chocolate Ganache, Caramel Melted Ice Cream Cake, Warm Tarte Tatin Apple Cake, and more

“All About Angels” Pendant Necklace

admin — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 01:41:13 +0000

Submitted by: Marla Black

Pendants measure 7/8″ in diameter and are finished with a clear glaze. The tiles are sealed, but are not completely waterproof, we recommend not showering or swimming with the pendant on. All necklaces include a coordinating multistrandsatin ribbon with standard closure.
*Proceeds benefit Dr. Alan Percy’s Rett Syndrome Clinic in Birmingham, AL*

Gluten Free Goddess

terri-gp2c — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:26:10 +0000


Gluten free blog with tons of recipes that are very yummy. I personally use this blog for many of my recipes for Abby.

Thirty-One

admin — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:35:32 +0000


Their stylish, affordable products are exclusive to Thirty-One. From their signature purses and totes to storage solutions that help organize your life, you’ll find something to fit every personality and situation(and, of course, make great gifts!) GP2C Mother’s Advisory Board member, Kristin Hileman is a consultant for Thirty One! Check out her link.