Self-Advocacy Starts Before Adulthood
As parents of children with disabilities, much of our time is spent advocating.
Growth That Does Not Show Up on a Data Sheet
Parents of children with disabilities often become highly attuned to progress.
The Hidden Work of Parenting
Parenting a child with a disability often involves responsibilities that are highly visible to others.
ABA Then and Now: Understanding the Evolving Conversation Around Autism Support
Few topics within the disability community create as much conversation, emotion, and complexity as Applied Behavior Analysis, more commonly known as ABA therapy.
When Summer Changes Everything: Supporting Children with Disabilities Through Transition
There is something about seasonal change that can feel both beautiful and unsettling.
The Power of Being Heard: Why Parent Voice Matters in Special Education
One of the most common experiences parents describe during the special education process is feeling unheard.
When It Feels Like Too Much: Managing Overwhelm in the Middle of Advocacy
There are moments in this process when everything feels like too much. Too many emails. Too many decisions. Too many unknowns.
When You Feel Like the Only One Fighting: Navigating Isolation in Advocacy
There are moments in this journey when it feels like you are the only one pushing. The only one asking questions. The only one following up. The only one who seems to see what your child needs. That feeling is more common than most parents realize.
The Emotional Load of Advocacy: Why Supporting Parents Matters, Too
When special education is discussed, the focus is almost always on the child.
Is Your Child Really Making Progress?
One of the hardest parts of navigating an IEP is uncertainty.
When Communication Breaks Down: Rebuilding Trust with Your Child’s School
For many families, communication with a school team does not fall apart all at once. It erodes slowly.
A Growing Debate: Are Seclusion Practices Still Safe for Students with Disabilities
Across the country, a serious conversation is gaining momentum about how schools respond to student behavior in special education.
Why More Parents Are Struggling to Secure IEP Support
Across the United States, more families are experiencing conflict with schools about their child’s IEP.
Understanding Your Role in Your Child’s Education Plan
For many parents of children with disabilities, the world of special education can feel overwhelming at first.