I thought it was time to share some of the things you should NOT say to the mom of a special-needs child. Please know my heart in this -- not to shame you, but to help you re-think your words when trying to show you care.
I wish I could explain that the old me changed when I realized I might not be able to fix him. When I could no longer deny the possibility that my baby might not be able to live a regular adult life on his own. There is a piece of a mother that dies when she has to accept this. The roots of my grief bloom from this dark place.
It’s more than okay that you’re fearful right now. Of course, you fear both the little and big decisions in parenting. Keep pushing; keep on going. Your current anxiety will not last forever.
My story begins December 31, 2006. I was 27 and had just gotten engaged ten days earlier to the man of my dreams. I had a job I loved teaching sixth grade. Life was good! I was in the...
As parents, you want to do everything you can to protect your children from harm. Well, here’s your chance. And it’s SIMPLE. When your child is in or around water, do not take your eyes off them. Get in the water with them and always be within arm’s reach. Drownings can happen to even the best of swimmers.
When it comes to mental health, especially for our kids, that can be a tough one to determine the right time to seek help.
If something tragic were to happen to a friend, I would be devastated. I would want the hospitals in which they are treated to be fully stocked and equipped with the tools it needs to help patients.
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7 Bike Shops in Tarrant County
Need a tune up, flat tire fix, wheel alignment, brake repair, or a bike itself? Visit these family-friendly bike shops in Tarrant County.
