I’ve just recently come to accept that holidays look a little different for our family. I think in years past I tried really hard to force a “normal” holiday experience but always came away discouraged. I wanted my child...
In 2018 I came across a special Facebook post. It was an opportunity for families of children with special needs to take free pictures with Santa. It was being held at a local church by Tammy Colleu of Prancing...
When my son turned two, our pediatrician first mentioned Autism. We had been keeping an eye on my son’s speech, knowing he was delayed. He was never non-verbal, but also not where he should have been. Cal is our...
This week is Feeding Tube Awareness week.
A tubie is someone who require a feeding tube for their nutrition and medication. There are several different types of feeding tubes. The one my son currently has is called a Mic-Key low...
The month of April is Autism Acceptance Month.
It used to be called Autism Awareness month. However, that was recently changed. Anyone that has felt the effects of Autism knows there is a huge difference between awareness and acceptance....
My husband and I recently attended our son's annual IEP (Individualized Educational Program) meeting. This is our fourth IEP meeting since he started 3K in 2019. The meeting went well, and it made me appreciate what a great team...
Being the parent of a child with special needs isn't easy. There are days we get up not feeling well ourselves but have to put how we are feeling aside in order to care for our children. Caring for...
This summer has been a blast with my kids. Sure there have been bouts of boredom and their summer appetite has increased but overall I've enjoyed being with them. They've had lots of time in the water, being outside and...
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Segra Park, home of the Columbia Fireflies, is hosting their very first Autism Awareness Night on Tuesday, April 19th.
Not only is it $2 Tuesday ($2 hot dogs, popcorn, soft drinks and 12...
I had the most beautiful little girl on 12.12.12. Every child changes you in some way. They make you stronger; they show you how much fight you have in you.
With my first baby I was able to be a...
My son and I have this thing where we say “I love you” in sign language, and then flip it around to make the Spider-Man “thwip” hand. Sometimes he’ll kiss his palm and shoot it to me like he’s...
March is National Cerebral Palsy Awareness month. To help raise awareness about Cerebral Palsy, I'll be sharing my story with all of you.
I am the mother of a child with Cerebral Palsy.
My son Jaylen is a Cerebral Palsy warrior....
Summer is coming to end. For some, it's already ended. New year, new chapter. This can be a very exciting time for many, but for some, a new year presents all the unknowns, which can cause anxiety for not...
Children with special needs are looked at as being different. And because of this, they are often left out of things.
Many people aren’t teaching their kids about other children who are born with special needs. But the crazy part...
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Columbia Family Events | May
May in Columbia is full of fun – from puppet shows, outdoor play, storytimes, art activities, and more! Get out your calendars and make...
