Special needs
If you're the parent of a child with special needs, we've drawn on Mumsnetters' advice to help you access support, both practical and financial, and we've got info about getting a diagnosis, common questions, special educational needs, statementing and more.
For emotional support and detailed advice, our special needs Talk boards are there for you 24/7.
Changes to SEN legislation - what you need to know
Guest post: Natasha Joffe and Samantha Cooper explain the changes to Special Educational Needs provision under the new Children and Families Act and IPSEA Chief Exec Jane McConnell answered questions.
This Is My Child campaign
This Is My Child is a myth-busting and awareness-raising campaign, launched in response to requests from our members and supported by input from some of the leading charities in the field.
Diagnosis
There are many different kinds of special needs. We've got information on getting a diagnosis if you're worried about your child's development.
Benefits
Find out what you can claim to help with the costs of caring.
Special educational needs
Schools have statutory duties to help children with SEN. Find out what these are at different stages.
Statutory assessments
If your child needs additional help at school, a statutory assessment may be necessary to get a statement of special educational needs.
Family support workers
Find out about the people and groups who can help you to care for your child.
Behavioural problems
Dealing with behavioural problems is a challenging part of parenting children with special needs.
Special needs webguide
Trawl our list of charity and voluntary organisation websites to see which ones could be useful to you.
Pregnancy and birth
Advice if antenatal tests flag potential issues with your baby's health.
