This taps into the fear of many caregiving parents: what if something happens to me without time to prepare? I'm finding ways to share the responsibility.

Special needs parents are perhaps the best at feeling guilt when we miss a milestone moment for our child. But it doesn't have to be that way.

If the new disability emoji is the modern world’s equivalent to hieroglyphics, then I'm ready to see my son’s life adequately expressed.

More genetic testing? No thanks, I said. We did not need new paths to wander down. We needed to help our son navigate the one he was already on.

Recognizing OT Awareness Month, for the OTs that helped us adapt to our son with Down syndrome and most importantly, helped him adapt to the world.

If having a medically complex child has taught me anything, it's that outside the box parenting makes everyday life better for us all.

I was so good at special needs parenting, I failed both my son with cerebral palsy and my typical twins. But I'm learning from all these "Aha" moments.

Nobody and nothing prepares you for all the aspects of special needs parenting. Regardless of how well prepared I feel, I get caught with my pants down.

Sensory friendly experiences create an inclusive environment for all children. Here's how your child can enjoy a trip to visit the Easter Bunny.

I've been advocating for my special needs son his entire life. But when he starts Kindergarten next year, he'll need to learn to be his own advocate.