“It’s not an easy path, but it truly is extraordinary. You will find beauty in places you never knew existed.”
A Letter To The Brand-New Special Needs Parent
Parenting A Child With Down Syndrome Is A Joy, Not A Burden—And It’s Time The World Realizes It
“People say ‘I’m sorry’ upon first hearing about our son’s diagnosis. We wish they would instead say, ‘That’s amazing!'”
How I Went From Heartbreak To Building My Dream Family In My Mid-40s
“The universe knew my heart needed her long before I realized it.”
Just 2 Days Into Wheelchair Use, My Daughter Has Already Experienced Inaccessibility And Discrimination
“Please, I beg you, be kind and considerate to the ones who may need it a little more.”
How I Found Strength As A Mother To A Child With Genetic Epilepsy
“Despite all the challenges and in face of all struggles, there is so much love in our house.”
How I Found Sobriety As A Special Needs Mom
“My only regret is not getting sober sooner.”
‘Mom, is Charlotte still dead?’: Mom shares life and loss of daughter with special needs
“The words felt like a knife to my heart. ‘Yes honey, she’s in heaven now.’ Lincoln got excited and asked, ‘Are we going to be the best sisters ever?’ I reassured her, fighting back tears, ‘Honey, you already are.'”
Mom Of 4 Adopts Boy With Down Syndrome Who Has ‘Most Contagious Belly Laugh’
“It was love at first sight.”
It Took 12 Years For My Son To Be Diagnosed With Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
“It can occur with a few drinks before a woman knows she is pregnant.”
Mom Of 3 Can’t Contain Joy After Surprise Baby With Down Syndrome In Mid-Forties
“It’s a privilege to love someone with Down syndrome. But to be loved BY someone with Down syndrome, now that is just pure magic.”