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As parents, the work of assuring our child feels safe, secure, and valued at home, school, and in the community is challenging and full of risks. In Sandra Kaufmann’s book, she shares relatable ordeals and hard decisions their family had to make for their daughter with disabilities.
I have learned that not everyone is capable of providing emotional support to parents of children with disabilities. There is limited help available with the day-to-day struggles associated with managing time, appointments, and responsibilities.
Categories: Family Support
Summer is near and that means so are the bugs. With kids, especially kids with disabilities, we have to be very aware of chemicals and harsh toxins that we may use. Here are some safe do-it-yourself (DIY) ideas to keep the bugs off and enjoy your summer.
Categories: Family Support
Parents of children with disabilities deal with many emotions and stresses. The daily demands of life and the needs of your child can often lead to feelings of isolation.
Categories: Family Support
As my son grows up, what does our family do next to help him transition into adulthood?
Categories: Transition to Adulthood
After one year at a high school that was not helping our son, we were able to get a transfer to the high school across town. And to our surprise our son is now a rock star.
Categories: Family Support, Education & Schools
I just knew something was not right with my newly adopted son. If I knew then what I know now, I would have listened more closely to my inner voice.
Categories: Family Support
As an adoptee and adopter, I have experienced the trauma associated with adoption firsthand.
Categories: Family Support
Parents who advocate for their child are often referred to as “That Mom,” as if it is a bad thing. We’ll let you decide.
Categories: Education & Schools
In my journey as a mother, I have grown from a place of frailty to a place of strength thanks to the support of mentors and friends. Here are reflections on lessons learned that all parents can benefit from.
Categories: Family Support