Tag: special needs
Make Your Own Rules
Having a Special Needs child comes with its own set of difficulties. There is no rule book for how to raise a child with disabilities. Books about reaching children's milestones do not apply to your child's specific special needs. Even learning about your child's diagnosis does not help prepare you, because every disability is so … Continue reading Make Your Own Rules
The Truth from a Special Needs Mom
As I sit here watching my daughter rest after an exhausting night of vomiting, I can't help the feeling of sorrow and pity for my child. After almost 21 years of having nights like this, it doesn't seem to get any easier watching your child suffer. At the age of 20 she should be able … Continue reading The Truth from a Special Needs Mom
Her Voice
As a special needs mom, you learn to be the voice for your child. Whether it's knowing their facial expressions, sign language, body language or their own language. You learn to know what your child wants and needs. My daughter speaks to me frequently about life and what's bothering her. People may not understand her … Continue reading Her Voice
Mom at 15
I became a mother at the ripe young age of Fifteen. Now as an adult and mother of Two children, I sit back and think "wow, I really was still a baby, having a baby". I see my children at the same age I was when I was pregnant and think to myself "There is … Continue reading Mom at 15
About me
I am a Texas native and a mother of two wonderful kiddos. I am married to the man I fell in love with a age 16 and we now have been together almost 20 years. My family My children are my world! I became pregnant with my daughter at 15, so I have been a … Continue reading About me
