#specialneedparenting

It’s not the children who are “special” but the mothers…”The Chosen ones!!” A few lines penned on Mother’s Day for all the “Special” Mothers. Kudos!! A brush with Neuro-Diversity is not just about taking on so much more than other mothers, but also dealing with complexities that would muddle the likes of Einstein, walking on thin ice like almost all the time, and having your heart torn into bits…

Parenting is an intricate journey, and when you’re a parent of a child with special needs, the challenges can be even more profound. However, the strength and resilience displayed by parents within the special needs community are truly remarkable. Beyond nurturing their children, many parents are actively engaging in advocacy efforts to empower the special needs community and ensure the rights of…

Being a parent of a child with special needs can be a challenging and rewarding experience. Parents often face unique challenges, ranging from navigating the therapies, school, education and healthcare system to managing their child’s daily care needs. While there are many joys associated with raising a child with special needs, there is also a persistent fear that haunts many parents: what will…

ALL KIDS ARE SPECIAL When my son was diagnosed, people around me consoled by saying “Don’t worry…all kids are special”. When I called for an admission in school and told them that my son has special needs, their reply was “All kids are special”. There were many instances like these. Every time I or rather we get to hear “ALL KIDS ARE SPECIAL”. Now I have developed a serious issue with this…

Hello Friends! My son Sarvagya got diagnosed at the age of 3 years. At that point of time, I decided to give up my career since I wanted to support him fully. Just like any other parent, I also struggled to first accept his diagnosis and then to find a genuine therapist. However, for initial few months, I was very confused and depressed as nothing seemed to work. My anxiety and insecurities were…