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Teachers Go From Strangers to Superheroes

Kids
August 17, 2019
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By Stephanie Hanrahan

Teachers Go From Strangers to Superheroes

Somewhere out there is a teacher enjoying her last bits of summer. She’s probably wishing the days were longer—that there…

I’m Not a Saint, I’m Just a Special Needs Mom

Motherhood
August 7, 2019
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By Kathy Radigan

I’m Not a Saint, I’m Just a Special Needs Mom

“Kathy you’re a saint.” My head snapped up to find my sister’s friend Amy giving me a look that was…

Motherhood
July 24, 2019
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By Lindsey Carson

I’m a Special Needs Mom and I Worry

My dear sweet child, you truly are my world. We have not been with one another long, but I honestly…

Kids, Motherhood
July 23, 2019
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By Stephanie Hanrahan

Dear Autism Mom, You Are a Warrior

To the mom whose child was diagnosed with autism today, It’s OK. Just get in your car and scream. It’s…

Kids Don’t Need a Problem-Free Childhood, They Need Love

Kids, Motherhood
July 20, 2019
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By Kara Dedert

Kids Don’t Need a Problem-Free Childhood, They Need Love

I had it upside down. I wanted the best childhood for my kids and felt like a failure when I…

I Caught a Glimpse of Heaven at a Theme Park

Kids, Motherhood
July 6, 2019
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By Jillian Benfield

I Caught a Glimpse of Heaven at a Theme Park

I cried today at a theme park designed for people with disabilities and made for all. A woman at the…

Meeting Your Child’s Needs is Your Superpower, Mama

Kids, Motherhood
June 28, 2019
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By Cara Arnold

Meeting Your Child’s Needs is Your Superpower, Mama

Dear mama of a child who just received a chronic diagnosis, Your world will never be the same. It doesn’t…

Sometimes Moms Who “Have it All Together” Don’t

Motherhood
June 27, 2019
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By Cara Arnold

Sometimes Moms Who “Have it All Together” Don’t

In 2007 when Britney Spears burned out we all knew it. We knew it because she divorced her husband, checked…

Motherhood
June 23, 2019
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By Casie Tyson

You’re Strong Enough For What’s Ahead

Dear 10-years-ago me, I’m not sure you’d know who I am if you saw me in the store today. Although…

Child, Motherhood
June 12, 2019
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By Jillian Benfield

I Carry Him

I carry him. I know it looks silly, his toes dangle past my knees. He’s getting tall and heavy, too.…

5 Reasons Having Child With Sensory Processing Disorder is a Blessing

Kids
June 9, 2019
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By Becky Ferrigno

5 Reasons Having Child With Sensory Processing Disorder is a Blessing

When you have a child with special needs, it is very easy to just focus on the challenges. Everyday life…

I Didn’t Choose to Have Children With Special Needs, But Their Teachers Did

Kids, Living
June 6, 2019
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By Stephanie Hanrahan

I Didn’t Choose to Have Children With Special Needs, But Their Teachers Did

I didn’t cry on the first day of school. Not really my style, I guess. My children were ready and…

special needs

Teachers Go From Strangers to Superheroes

I’m Not a Saint, I’m Just a Special Needs Mom

I’m a Special Needs Mom and I Worry

Dear Autism Mom, You Are a Warrior

Kids Don’t Need a Problem-Free Childhood, They Need Love

I Caught a Glimpse of Heaven at a Theme Park

Meeting Your Child’s Needs is Your Superpower, Mama

Sometimes Moms Who “Have it All Together” Don’t

You’re Strong Enough For What’s Ahead

I Carry Him

5 Reasons Having Child With Sensory Processing Disorder is a Blessing

I Didn’t Choose to Have Children With Special Needs, But Their Teachers Did

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