Parenting a Special Needs Child
Motherhood is joyous, challenging, rewarding, and frustrating - often all at once. Every one of those emotions is magnified when you are the mother of a special needs child. More so than other mothers, you may look for guidance, inspiration, advice, and support from others to help you advocate for your child in the best way possible.
Book Review: "Sixtyfive Roses" by Heather Summerhayes Cariou
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"Mother knows best" rings especially true when a woman senses her child may not be developing like other children. Yet taking the step to have those concerns checked out feels terrifying.Likewise, the mom who learns that her newborn has special needs may feel she lacks the strength to advocate for her child.
No one should go it alone. Support exists to help during diagnosis.