Tag: special needs
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Mom Creates Unique Party Venue for Kids with Special Needs After Struggling to Find One
Get Pregnant Fast Planning a birthday celebration for your child can be a daunting task, especially when your little one has special needs. Finding a suitable venue that caters to their unique requirements can feel nearly impossible. One determined mom decided to take matters into her own hands, creating a space specifically designed to make…
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6 Effective Ways to Teach Your Kids About Disabilities
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter, Mia, asked, “Daddy, why does that boy look different?” I realized she was referring to my son, Noah, who has Down syndrome and has also lost his hair due to alopecia. While I was ready to engage with her curiosity, the boy’s father hurriedly ushered her away, avoiding the…
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Dear IEP Mom: It’s That Time Again, But You’re Not Alone
Get Pregnant Fast Dear IEP Mom, It’s that time of year once more. Yes, IEP season has arrived. This is the period characterized by sleepless nights and anxiety-ridden days, all culminating in a 30- to 45-minute meeting that will shape your child’s educational journey for the upcoming year. It’s when you find yourself sitting at…
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A Letter to My Other Children: From a Parent of a Child with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast To my dear kids, I want you to know just how much I love you. My affection for you is as profound as my love for your younger brother, who has special needs and often demands much of my time, energy, and focus. I see the way you cherish him; the bond…
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When the Crowd Cheered for My Son with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast A few years back, I decided to take my son, Lucas, to his very first parade. It was conveniently located just a few blocks from our home, making it an easy outing. If he found it overwhelming, we could easily slip away without much fuss. One of the local churches had organized…
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Confessions of Parents with Special Needs: You Are Not Alone
Get Pregnant Fast Parenthood is undeniably challenging. We all share the common experience of nurturing a small human from infancy to adulthood without a clear guidebook, all the while hoping they grow into kind and well-adjusted individuals. Now, consider the scenario where that little human carries a diagnosis—whether it’s autism, cerebral palsy, or a traumatic…
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What Not to Say to a Parent of a Child with Special Needs: Five Phrases to Avoid
Get Pregnant Fast When I was pregnant, I didn’t experience the picture-perfect journey that many people describe. Instead, I battled nausea around the clock and anxiously awaited the day I could finally hold my baby. During those long nine months, well-meaning friends and family offered me a slew of clichéd advice that I brushed off,…
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An Open Appeal to Law Enforcement from a Father of a Child with Autism (and a Police Officer)
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Officers, We are facing a significant challenge. Discussions can revolve around the reasons—whether it’s about perceptions versus reality, biased media portrayals, or misplaced expectations. However, the undeniable fact remains: many families with special needs individuals hesitate to reach out for help when they truly need it. They harbor fears of being…
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Coming to Grips with My Son’s Genetic Condition
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the journey of parenting a child with a unique genetic condition is a delicate dance between love and fear. These emotions are intertwined in a parent’s heart, creating a complex tapestry of hope mingled with anxiety. Each day begins with the hope for relief from pain or illness, while the shadow…
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The Happiness Paradox: Embracing the Present Moment
Get Pregnant Fast When I was dating my now-husband, he was fond of a certain saying that, quite frankly, made my skin crawl. You’ve probably heard it too: “It is what it is.” On the surface, it seems harmless, but in reality, it’s a phrase that can dull any emotional response. Picture this: you accidentally…