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I thought I had it all figured out. I have emergency plans in place for my son who is medically complex. A car breakdown showed me that I hadn’t thought of everything.
Categories: Family Support
A new doctor means lots of questions to answer and ask. Here are some suggestions to help you prepare.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care
So much I've written about focuses on my child's autism spectrum disorder and ADHD challenges. For just this moment, I want to focus on the absolute, beautiful joy of being his mom.
Categories: Family Support
There have been many new phrases to describe parenting styles. I read one recently that certainly reminded me of myself: bulldozer parenting.
Categories: Family Support
We have just discovered another learning challenge for our son called dysgraphia. Here’s what we’ve learned and how we’re supporting him.
Categories: Family Support, Education & Schools
It’s hard to parent a child with a disability in the best of times. We all know the toll it can take on us physically, emotionally, financially. But one of the hardest hit places may be in our marriages.
Categories: Family Support
I have 6 children. Among them, there are quite a few hidden disabilities: Type 1 diabetes, reactive attachment disorder, bipolar disorder, high-functioning autism, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD and depression.
Categories: Family Support
I have read there’s a difference between meltdowns and tantrums. But last week, I could see it plainly.
Categories: Family Support
Despite doctors’ recommendations, parents know their child best and must do what is right for their child and family.
Categories: Diagnosis & Health Care, Family Support