Tag: special needs parenting
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A Day in the Life of a Special Needs Mom: Navigating the Mind Maze
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of a child with special needs, my husband and I often find ourselves trying to decipher the complexities of our middle son’s unique brain. Receiving a rare medical diagnosis for our baby at just six months old was like throwing darts in the dark. The uncertainty can be overwhelming,…
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Emotionally Unprepared for School Lockdown Drills
Get Pregnant Fast This past summer was an emotional rollercoaster for me. As a parent of a child with special needs, I was worried as my son, Alex, has a late birthday. Born just a couple of days before the cut-off date, I wrestled with the decision of whether to hold him back a year.…
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5 Essential Resources for Parents Raising Children with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast Let me be upfront: I don’t have all the answers. My journey as a parent has been filled with tears over my son’s critical health condition. He faces challenges due to a rare genetic disorder that impacts his ability to eat—relying solely on a feeding tube and often experiencing uncontrollable vomiting. I…
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Teachers: 5 Effective Strategies to Foster Positive Relationships with Parents of Special Needs Students
Get Pregnant Fast The other day, my phone rang just as my children were returning from school. For those unfamiliar with the concept of a “home phone,” it’s that device tethered to the wall, incapable of sending hashtags. Typically, I continue what I’m doing when it rings, unless I’m feeling particularly mischievous toward the telemarketer…
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The Vital Importance of Community for Special Needs Parents
Get Pregnant Fast The first time I truly felt the weight of community as a special needs parent was during a serene afternoon at a local pool. My twin infants were peacefully napping, and my daughter was happily splashing in the water with my partner. It was a rare moment of tranquility; I was free…
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How My Son Discovered His Voice Through Conversation Hearts
Get Pregnant Fast “Only twenty-three more days,” I remind him as we arrive at preschool on another chilly January morning. Numbers matter when every day feels the same. We count down to Valentine’s Day much like others anticipate Christmas. It begins right after New Year’s. If only he enjoyed chocolate, I often think. I could…
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10 Types of Moms I Hesitate to Approach and Why
Get Pregnant Fast As if navigating the world of motherhood friendships wasn’t challenging enough, it seems that every conversation I attempt with other moms can end up ruffling feathers. The online realm is filled with guidelines advising me to avoid certain topics or questions, lest I offend someone who’s tired of hearing from well-meaning individuals…
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When My Nonverbal Son Reached Out for Mom and Dad
Get Pregnant Fast As my son, Leo, has grown, his developmental delays have become increasingly apparent when compared to his peers. The most significant challenge he faces is his inability to speak, which can often feel heartbreaking for our family. We wonder if we will ever hear his sweet toddler voice and if he will…
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How Can I Ensure My Son with ASD Remains Safe During an Active Shooter Incident?
Get Pregnant Fast March 2, 2023 Image credit: TatyanaGl / Getty Images Warning: This article includes strong language and discusses active shooter scenarios. As I packed my son Lucas’s backpack for school this morning, I found myself grappling with a moment of sheer panic. While untangling his dog tags from a strap, I was reminded…
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Why I, as a Parent of a Child with a Disability, Fear Leaving This World
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent raising a child with a disability, the thought of my mortality weighs heavily on me. It creeps into my mind unexpectedly, often reminding me that my experience of motherhood is profoundly different from that of my peers. My responsibilities to my children, especially to my son Ethan, are far…