It was a year ago this month when my son Nicholas licked ice cream off a spoon. It was the first time he’d eaten anything by mouht in two years. And he actually liked it and wanted more. He has always struggled with anything near his mouth. For a few months following that he showed […]
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This past winter was hard. Everything was getting to me and it hit me how much we’ve been through. I held my cool for a long time, but I think I finally processed the last 4 years. It’s been draining and exhausting. The kids had the most therapy we’ve experienced. Sometimes I feel so controlled […]
Something I want to start doing this year and really need to do for my own health is using respite services to take a break and do something for myself. Respite allows caregivers time away from their duties while someone else comes in to care for your loved one. Breaks are important for any parent […]