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Here you’ll find relevant essays related to raising a child with unique and complex needs. The purpose of these posts is to form connections through our shared stories. Stories have the power to change the world when we feel less alone in our struggles and finally seen.
I Feel Myself Slowly Deteriorating
As written by Melissa Gill from her blog page @My Journey With Jackson I honestly never realized how coping with
Endless Game of Charades: Trying Nonverbal Strategies
As written by Laurie Hellmann for Autism Parenting Magazine and her blog @welcometomylifeblog The minute we become parents, we instinctually
The Way to Find Hope is to Connect
As written by Tabitha Cabrera from her blog @Peace of Autism I often think about what impact others have on
The Importance of Partnership
As written by Amanda DeLuca from her blog @Jackson’s Journey, Jackson’s Voice Lessons I’ve learned about marriage while raising a
Try Harder
As written by Paige Carter from her blog @OakforAutism “Can’t you try harder?” These words were said to me by
Maybe One Day
As written by Margaret Hay from her blog @A&Me I am sometimes seen as rude. Uninterested. Detached. Maybe it is
Autoimmune and Gastrointestinal Disorders Are Part of Our Autism Journey
This guest post was written by Laurie Hellmann from her blog “Welcome to My Life” From as far back as
When Losing Hope isn’t an Option
The following guest blog post was written by Michelle Kiger of My Redhead Warriors The last thing I ever want
Why You Should Care About Children With Special Needs
It can be difficult to understand the complexities of raising a special needs child if this calling is not part
To The Medical Mama – I See You.
How many times have Ryan and I watched from a distance – mostly online – as a special needs family
Simple Ways to Support Special Needs Caregivers
Anger, guilt, anxiety, depression, stress and exhaustion. Pick a word – special needs caregivers experience it. Not seasonally nor occasionally
Caregiver Spotlight – Deanna’s Story
Thank you for your willingness to share your story for The Lucas Project blog! My objective is to raise awareness