What to say to a parent of a special needs child?
Let’s face it – we all could use some inspiration as we parent our children with disabilities. Struggling moms and dads of special needs children are exhausted and often feel isolated. Special needs quotes and sayings are a way to help encourage parents of special needs kids to find the strength and faith when we struggle.
Why do some parents resent their special needs child?
1. Parents of SN kids will inevitably resent their child at some point. All parents will have an occasional bad day and question why they had kids in the first place. Yet for the parents of kids with SN, these parents will have deeper resentment—even if those resenting moments last only ten or twenty seconds.
When does her child say’momma’for the first time?
When her child says ‘Momma’ for the first time, she will be present at a miracle, and will know it!” “I will permit her to see clearly the things I see…ignorance, cruelty, prejudice….and allow her to rise above them. She will never be alone.
Are there drawbacks to having a special needs child?
Having a special needs (SN) child brings with it many of the typical joys of parenting, but let’s not kid ourselves into believing that there aren’t major drawbacks for the parents. As a psychologist and parent of a special needs child of my own, I have detected several negative effects which I’ll describe in detail below.
What does it mean to be the mother of a special needs child?
To constantly feel the need to explain her behaviors and to feel the disapproval in the looks of others. I’m her mother. I know and love her. I also know that just because she is “special” that she cannot simply be allowed to do as she pleases.
How are parents of special needs children taught?
Accordingly, parents invest thousands of hours in teaching children everything from how to hold a pencil correctly to how to think about others’ feelings. With SN children, however, they often require that you teach—and reteach and reteach—some of the same lessons until the children learn. What happens when the student doesn’t learn?
What does the Bible say about special needs children?
DEAR MAMA OF A SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD, I SEE YOU. Yet. I know the one Who created my daughter. I know that He is good. All the time. Psalm 100:5 “For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations.” (KJV) His plans are for me, not against me.
Do You need Someone to see your special needs child?
Dear, sweet mama of a special needs child, whether you are early on in your journey as I am, or you’ve had years to come to terms with a diagnosis (or several), you still need someone to see you. I know the feeling of despair. Not because you do not love your child or are angry because of their need, but because you just want to be seen.