The Parent Voice

How do we walk this fine line between wanting to do everything perfectly because we want the absolute best for the little people that we are raising, but also knowing that we are going to miss the mark?

Hello there, my name is Whitney. I have a unique take on motherhood as a mom of multiples and a special needs child.

With the start of the new year, I thought it would be nice to share what I've been thinking and reflecting on and some of my plans for the new year regarding our parenting and homeschool journey.

Kiddos learn valuable independence and life skills, all while continuing recipes and holiday traditions when they help out in the kitchen.

With the fall rainy season in full swing, I thought it would be fun to share some of our favorite things to do when the weather does not permit us to play outside.

Does your child suck their thumb or their fingers? Are you wondering how long it is okay for them to continue to do this?

I can’t say when we decided that our goal was to homeschool Delilah. It certainly wasn’t what I envisioned I was going to do before I had a child.

If you are a parent who struggles or stresses around their child’s sleep, know you are not alone. Sleep is a dynamic situation, and every new stage has added changes and new challenges, even when we start to feel like we have it figured out.

Children with special needs may be extra sensitive to bright lights, loud noises, and unfamiliar smells at the dentist’s office, making dental visits and daily tooth care more difficult for them. To better help parents and kids get the needed care with less stress, I will share some ideas with you regarding how to manage these challenges.

When we started talking about moving, we wanted to keep Delilah very involved in the process. She had lived in the same house since the day she came home from the hospital, and she is not a fan of big changes. To her, a world where she didn’t live with her grandma just didn’t exist.