We’re often afraid to ask for help, or to vent, because we think we’ll sound ungrateful or whiny. But we ARE grateful, for the thoughtful friends who push past the mom guilt, and the pragmatic ones who help make our lives easier
By Tara Wilson
10 Ways To Help A Special-Needs Mom
Special Needs, Extra-Special Siblings
Having a brother or sister with a disability forces you grow up faster in some ways. It can trigger anxiety and resentment, or fierce loyalty, empathy and acceptance. Sometimes, all of those. As a parent, expect to ricochet between pride and worry for your tiny superheroes
By Tara Wilson
Forget ‘Perfect’; Be A Superstar
In celebration of Mabel’s Labels’ birthday, the company’s co-founder reflects on the birthday of one of her favourite people—her very special Aunt Joan. Do you celebrate someone special in your family?
By Julie Cole
Guest blogger
What you CAN say to a parent of a child with Autism
There are often discussions about what NOT to say to parents about their children with autism. I wrote about it myself – how some innocent questions and comments can actually be painful for a mama raising a child with autism. Although well meaning, some comments have the opposite of the intended effect.
Finding Autism Support For Parents
It has been 10 years since my son was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. Back in those days, you got your diagnosis and you were sent on your way to deal with it. Very little information regarding treatment, agencies, education or help of any kind was provided. It was pretty much a “Yes, your son has autism… don’t hit yourself with the door on the way out” kind of an approach.
April 2nd is World Autism Day
Light It Up Blue for World Autism Day on April 2nd. Here are stories from moms with children who have Autism, early signs to be aware and words that help and hurt.
Living With Epilepsy
March 26 is International Epilepsy Awareness Day. Each day in Canada, an average of 42 people learn that they have epilepsy and in approximately 50% of cases of childhood epilepsy, seizures disappear completely. Here is one mom’s story of living with a daughter who has Epilepsy.
Down Syndrome Awareness Day- Advice for #FutureMoms
I just watched the most inspiring video for World Down Syndrome Day. This incredible video has grown children with Down’s Syndrome helping a pregnant mom-to-be answer the question of “will my baby be okay” after she learned of his diagnosis in utero.
Kids are NOT Mean
Are kids really mean or is it something more? Julie Cole explores one of her pet peeves.
There is NO Safe Amount of Alcohol When You’re Pregnant
Many popular myths still endorse drinking alcohol as culturally acceptable when pregnant. Many people still believe alcohol is okay to consume in moderate amounts while pregnant. But the reality is there’s no safe time, amount or type of alcohol when you are pregnant.
Wanted: Good Neighbours
Earlier this week, a mom in the autism community reached out to me for some ideas or suggestions for dealing with a difficult neighbor.
Autism: My Story
We are honoured to share another mother’s story supporting World Autism Day and Autism Awareness Month.
The Things People Say- Autism Awareness
My shock prevents me from answering the remark that a complete stranger just said to me. My daughter has Autism and you won’t believe the things that people have said.
Autism Awareness Month- Welcome to Holland!
Welcome to Holland, a poem that gives others a glimpse into the life of parents whose children have Autism and special needs.
Mama Friendships- Are yours at Risk?
Maintaining friendships when you are a mama can be a tricky business. Often already juggling a hectic home life, work and children, while also trying to carve out a bit of time with Daddy-o, can leave little room for your girlfriends.
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