appointments

I was recently confronted with some scheduling issues. While it’s not the first time this has happened, it’s also not very common. I was on my way to the lab to take my glucose test for my current pregnancy when I received a text from our home nursing agency’s case…

Today is my son Cayden’s first day of kindergarten — a milestone I’ve been anticipating since he was born. While I’m ready for the break, watching him grow up is bittersweet. Kindergarten feels like such a big step compared with preschool. The transition should be pretty easy because…

My 4-year-old son, Cayden, has been seen by many different specialists over the course of his life. I often wonder how he feels about all of the medical appointments. At this age, most of his peers only see the doctor for well-child visits or if they become sick. In…

As parents, we tend to put our children before ourselves — especially when they have special needs. Some of our children require numerous therapies and appointments with specialists. They may also need more help than other children their age. As a result, parents must make some sacrifices from time…

Being the parent of a special needs child can be difficult in many ways. One challenge is the effect it has on mental health, which makes self-care essential for parents of special needs children. But it also can take a physical toll on the body. One way parents can…