Sometimes in the midst of the storm it is difficult to find reasons to dance. Read about one mother’s experience in finding joy despite frustration and setbacks.
Question of the Week: How Do We Teach Our Children How to Interact With Children with Special Needs?
We all want our children to be accepted and liked by other children. No one wants their child to be the one everyone stares at, whispers about, ignores, or even laughs at. I believe we also all want our children to know how to treat that child who is different.
A Toolkit for Parents of Special Needs Children
No matter what your child’s challenges are, face them. Accept them. Fight for them. Find joy in them. And above all, love them. No one can do this but you.
One Mom’s Journey with Autism: Episode 49
In this podcast April Perry with Mary Jenkins discuss how The Power of Moms has helped create more structure in her family. She also talks about her favorite resources for children with autism, and provides encouragement for other mothers as well.
Millie Killpack: Redefining Perfect, Miracle, and Normal
Millie Killpack has four children; the youngest two have spina bifida. Despite the grief she sometimes feels for the struggles her children face, Millie tries to make sure their family’s additional challenges don’t keep them from progressing and having fun along the way.
Becky Ackroyd: Focusing on my Highest Priorities
Through her children’s health challenges, Becky Ackroyd has learned to educate herself, disengage from less important pursuits, and lean on others for support.
Picture Story: God Dealt Me a Great Hand
When Sarah Hull learned that her first baby would be born with Spina Bifida, her doctor cautioned her, “God did not deal you a good hand.” Sarah and her family have been put in a world that not all get to experience, a world where patience is tested, where miracles are witnessed, and strength is gained. Through it all, she’s realized God dealt her a GREAT hand.
When Things Aren’t OK
I’m tired of this being a lonely battle. I know there are other moms out there whose kids face anxiety and depression. And I think that it is time for more understanding about the seriousness and complexity of mental illness.
Picture Story: Our Journey with TSC
My husband and I were so excited when our first child was born. I would dream about what his first words would be, when he would start walking, what his favorite sport would be…I did not expect that at three months old, he would start having seizures and would be diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC).
Finding Joy When We’re Barely Surviving – Radio Episode 17
Have you ever wondered, “How am I supposed to find JOY in motherhood when I can barely handle my life?” Saren and April discuss the best ideas from our Power of Moms Community.
Spiritual Sunday: Dream Big
How do you accept your children’s unique challenges, needs, and developmental “timeline” without comparing them to other children? This amazing mother’s journey should give everyone’s day a little perspective.
Power of Moms Picks: His Name Is Mike
As a mother of a child with “extras” Sarah is used to answering questions and teaching others about children with special needs. But one day, Sarah found herself learning a lesson. An excerpt from Sarah Hull’s blog, Having a “Hull” lot of fun.