Wheelchair Costumes Work Better When You Stop Hiding the Chair
Most advice about costumes for wheelchair users starts from the wrong place. It treats the chair as a problem to be worked around, something to disguise or minimize so that…
Trunk or Treat Isn’t the Backup Plan, It’s the Better Halloween
Trunk or treat gets talked about as the thing you do when the weather’s bad, or the neighborhood isn’t safe, or you couldn’t be bothered with the real version. That’s…
America Is About to Lose Its Only Research Center for Disabled Parents
When my youngest son was in the NICU after being born prematurely, my husband’s family flew from Florida to cold and snowy Pennsylvania to meet him. When his paternal aunt…
Essential Support for Families of Children with Physical Disabilities
Parenting a child with a disability presents a unique set of challenges and rewards. Navigating healthcare systems, securing educational accommodations, and managing financial responsibilities can be daunting. However, with the…
Understanding What Is Family-Based Therapy And Its Impact On Children With Mobility Concerns
Family life is a complex web of relationships, communication, and shared experiences. When one member of a family faces challenges, it often impacts everyone. Family-based therapy offers a unique approach…
How To Support Children of Disabled Parents Against Bullying
I have been enjoying returning to our normal routine now that the school year is underway. As my youngest approaches his first birthday, he is enjoying the last moments of…
5 Of The Best Baby Products For Disabled Parents
Navigating parenthood comes with a unique set of challenges, joys, and milestones. As a disabled parent, I know firsthand how overwhelming the challenge of caring for your newborn safely and…
