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Positive tips for parents

You can't pour from an empty cup is my old-time favorite quote for self-care, an empty cup means that your ability to take care of others will be non-existent. If you constantly juggling finance, family and children etc. you are most likely to get burned out and that will result in exhaustion, negativity and lack of enthusiasm.





How to take care of yourself

  • Don't isolate yourself

    You need to connect and communicate with other people. Raising a child with special needs might feel like people are judgmental or not understanding of your situation but staying isolated will not help you either, surrounding yourself with people might educate them about your child's needs.

  • Do not compare your child with other children

    Comparison puts a lot of pressure on children and it makes the whole parenting experience negative. Every child is unique and we need to let them be!

  • Don't change

    Being a parent changes a lot of things let alone  parenting a special needs child but that doesn't mean you should completely forget about yourself. If you enjoyed reading  books don't feel bad for going to a coffee shop just to read a chapter or two. Try to continue doing things that makes you a happy person.

  • Try to connect with other parents with special needs children

    Sometimes knowing that you are not the only one struggling to parent a special needs child motivates you to get more advise and information. Connecting with other parents also helps with a lot of things like having meaningful conversations, sharing information and experiences.

  • Don't forget to celebrate the progress

    Every milestone is worth celebrating (big or small). take pride in your children's accomplishment, being happy for your child, motivates them to do better.

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