Finding out you have a special needs child isn’t always easy. I always assumed my children would need PT and OT because I assumed they would inherit CMT from me. One thing I never realized they could inherit from me is my apparent Sensory Processing Disorder Sensory Processing Disorder As a child (and even as […]
New Babblings
Disabled Mom Turns Special Needs Mom
I never thought the day would come when I would be writing to say that this disabled momma can now be categorized as a special needs mom. I have laid low this past year when it comes to talking about everything that we have been going through with our son, but I feel like I […]
Celebrate Wheelchair Day: Keep Parking Accessible for Wheelchair Users
By: Jeff Butler, Vantage Mobility International Since 2008, March 1 has been acknowledged as National Wheelchair Day. It was founded to celebrate the freedom that wheelchairs give to those who use them, helping them to overcome any mobility issues and travel as they please. However, many wheelchair users run into accessibility issues when trying to […]
Going Green While Menstruating – Using Cloth Pads
This is a sponsored post about cloth pads, thanks to the Pink Lemonade Shop. I have been reading about and learning about different options for women when it comes to their menstrual cycle for awhile, but haven’t been brave enough to try any of them yet. Going to MommyCon Chicago has taught me a lot […]
Giveaways
Disabled Mom Turns Special Needs Mom
I never thought the day would come when I would be writing to say that this disabled momma can now be categorized as a special needs mom. I have laid low this past year when it comes to talking about everything that we have been going through with our son, but I feel like I […]
MommyCon Chicago 2019! Only 8 More Days and Counting!
I don’t know about you, but I am pretty damn excited for MommyCon Chicago to hit us here. I am especially excited this year because it will be my first year being able to attend a day with no child in tow. I am excited to experience it with my son as well as just […]
Am I a Valentine’s Day Traditionalist?
This is a sponsored post thanks to Teleflora for their Valentine’s Day Specials. I don’t often say that I am a traditionalist, but one thing I will admit is that I love getting flowers. It doesn’t have to be for a special day, but I really do love getting flowers for holidays. Heck I don’t […]
Parenting
Tips for Preparation and Recovery After a C Section
(Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional, only a mother sharing her experience. Everyone reacts differently to child birth and a c section so consult with your doctor if you have any questions.) When I got pregnant the first time over seven years ago I admit that I did not know what I was getting myself […]
Teach Children About Christmas Early
I love the holidays and I have spent a lot of time trying to decide how I will celebrate them differently with my new son this year. After much thought I realized I did not need to do much differently with him than I already do to celebrate the holidays. Instead what I need to […]
Gobble up Your Worries with My Amazing Monster
Staying healthy is something most people take for granted. I grew up going in and out of doctor offices as a child and as an adult due to my handicap. Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease being a disease that progresses over time; due to its progressive nature it is a cycle for me where I have to continuously […]