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Children: Our most valuable natural resource.
Different. Not Less.
My son turned seven in August. He's in second grade. It's been eight months since he was "diagnosed." I always knew he was special. Extra smart. Had his little quirks that he had. Strange little habits he had. But nothing to odd. No big like "wow" eye opening things.
By Becca Pace7 years ago in Families
Daddy Issues
Since this is my first story I've ever written, I believe that it is only fair to me if I tell this horrific story of my father (who really isn't my father in any way but we will get into that) and all that he has done to me and my mom over the 20 years that I have had contact with him.
By Kinlie Worthen7 years ago in Families
The Second Child. Top Story - October 2018.
Professionals, friends, family, fellow parents and even non-parents all have their opinions on when is the best time to have 'The Second Child', but really it all depends on you and your life. Every couple, every eldest child—every family is different.
By Hannah Carter7 years ago in Families
Questioning Everything!
October 12, 2012 was the day I was waiting for for 39 weeks. The birth was uneventful and was over fairly quickly without complications. My son came into this world screaming and perfect. He looked like a grumpy old man that fell face first into a carpeted floor because of how fast I pushed him out. I was instantly in love with this tiny human.
By Danielle Rae7 years ago in Families
A Mother's Worst Fear
I have never spoken out publicly about the details that are in this writing. And not all of it will be here. If I see enough support I will feel more comfortable and do an add on. But, I have felt the need/want to because, I know I am not the only parent or mother that goes through this or has been through what I have.
By Kristin Scott7 years ago in Families
SuperMom
As mothers, there are certain things that we try and put out of our minds. The memory of childbirth, for instance, usually gets altered in some way. We reminisce about the day quite often, choosing to relive “every” detail to those who would rather be doing anything else but listen to our labor stories. However if you’re like me, you recount it as a happy experience. Let’s face it. After all the hard work is said and done (and cleaned up), you look into your baby’s face and forget all the gruesome life experiences leading up to that beautiful angel coming into the world.
By Align and Incline Ash and India7 years ago in Families
Sign Language
One of the most stressful things as parenting, and in childcare in general, is having an infant or toddler crying out in frustration, and not knowing what they want or need. They get frustrated because they cannot communicate their need to you, and you get frustrated because you can not satisfy that need. Not being able to communicate with babies and nonverbal toddlers can feel defeating, and you can feel like you're failing as a caregiver, but teaching them sign language can help.
By Daycare Momma7 years ago in Families
Trick-or-Treating with Autism
Towards the middle of October, the air becomes crisper and sweeter, and the moon seems brighter. Children everywhere start to get excited about Halloween. But for some kids, including many who have autism and other special needs, Halloween can be a stressful time. Their routines are thrown off. Things just feel different. They are suddenly being told they are supposed to do things they are usually not supposed to do, such as demanding candy from strangers. Some children may start to have behavioral problems or have a lot of anxiety as Halloween gets closer. Here are some tips for how parents and other caregivers can help kids have a happy Halloween.
By Angel Mann7 years ago in Families
Being a Mom of a Preemie Baby
Being pregnant my senior of high school at 18-years-old was a very scary time for me. I was never quite sure what to do or if what I was doing was the right thing or not. Trying to balance school and being pregnant at the same time was a full time job in itself. I decided to go to an online school where I could do my class work online to graduate either early or right after my daughter was born.
By Lisa Williams7 years ago in Families
