Tag: cerebral palsy
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Understanding Differences: Embracing Uniqueness in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Once a week, I volunteer in my son’s classroom, and during a recent visit, I noticed a child’s surprise when he learned that my son participates in gymnastics. Curious, I asked why he was surprised, and he replied, “Oh, I thought his legs were still broken. He still wears those braces.” This…
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Young Boy with Cerebral Palsy Launches Triathlon for Children with Disabilities
Get Pregnant Fast In an inspiring turn of events, a remarkable 9-year-old named Ethan, who lives with cerebral palsy, has taken a significant step to uplift children with disabilities by organizing a unique triathlon tailored just for them and their families. His journey gained international attention during the summer of 2015, when a heartwarming video…
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Ask a Special Needs Parent
Get Pregnant Fast Have you heard of my amazing friend, Lisa Thompson? She runs a blog called Love that Charlie, where she shares stories about her eight-year-old son, Charlie. Charlie is the big brother to Mia and is full of personality—playful, kind-hearted, and with the most captivating blue eyes. He reminds me a lot of…
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How Cerebral Palsy Transformed My Life
Get Pregnant Fast March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, and it feels fitting to share my journey with this condition that has shaped our lives. My hope is that one day my son, who lives with cerebral palsy, might articulate his experiences and insights, providing a perspective that only he can convey. Dear Cerebral Palsy,…