Over the years, as our medical team grew, I came to realize that there are many hero doctors, nurses, therapists, teachers, social workers, and clergy. I want to share a story about our orthopedist and his nurse.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care
Sometimes we go out of our way to avoid the truth, but deep down we know that there is something going on with our child. Getting a diagnosis can build momentum for getting help for your child early.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care
How to make sure siblings of a child with a disability get their needs met, too.
Categories: Family Support
A child’s hospital stay is also their parent’s hospital stay. Here is a list of ideas and packing suggestions to make a hospital stay with your child easier.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care
Deciding to have that next child after having one with a disability is a struggle for many couples. Life goals can be thrown up in the air when you get an unexpected diagnosis. Learn how one couple decided to move forward with their plans.
Categories: Family Support
As parents of children with special health care needs, we have a lot of physicians in our life. Occasionally, you come across one that is truly special and can be called a “hero doctor.”
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care
The decision for parents to medicate their child is a very personal one. You will need to weigh all the options and decide what is best for your child and your family.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care
You can help build a healthy relationship with your child’s school by communicating with, and being a more effective member of, your child’s IEP team.
Categories: Education & Schools
When Mom lets Dad take over, things are different. Not wrong, just different. And it’s okay.
Categories: Family Support
We hear the term “social skills” often, but what does it really mean? Here are some things you can teach your child to help them get along in the world.
Categories: Family Support, Transition to Adulthood