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What You Might Not Realize About My Daughter with Unique Needs
To those who notice my daughter’s unconventional stride and her deliberate pace in physical activities and think she lacks ability: You don’t truly know her.
To those who witness her speech delays and assume she’s oblivious to her surroundings: You don’t really know her.
To those who see her scribble her first initial while her peers are writing full names and conclude she’s not bright: You don’t know her at all.
To those who glance at the array of special needs labels assigned to her and think she’s unlike any other kid you’ve met: You don’t know her.
To those who interpret her standardized test scores and underestimate her true potential: You don’t know her.
To those who perceive her calm and sometimes bashful demeanor and believe she won’t keep up: You don’t know her.
To those who think it’s kinder not to challenge her for fear of failure: You don’t know her.
What you don’t see is her incredible strength as she swings on the monkey bars like a pro. You don’t realize she has a heart of gold, sensitive to emotions, no matter how subtle. You don’t know that she engages in full conversations, using her limited vocabulary with those who take the time to listen.
You don’t see her deep thoughts and sharp memory for the tiniest details. You don’t know how much she adores school and can barely contain her excitement for kindergarten this fall. You don’t recognize that she has been in early intervention since she was just 5 months old and continues to make remarkable strides each day.
You don’t know that she has defied the odds since birth and has faced more challenges in her short life than many adults do. You don’t know that she’s a warrior, having undergone two open-heart surgeries by the time she was eight months old, with the battle scars to prove her resilience.
You don’t see her as a loving big sister, beaming with pride for her little brother. You don’t know that she loves the smell of lavender and the aroma of banana bread baking in the oven. You don’t realize she enjoys both the Disney Channel and The Big Bang Theory.
You don’t know that she’s funny, quirky, and quick-witted, bringing laughter into our lives every day. You don’t know that she is cherished beyond measure by her mom and dad, with a supportive army of family and friends behind her. You don’t know that despite being only five years old, she possesses wisdom beyond her years.
You don’t know that even if she doesn’t fit your mold, she’s just a regular kid who enjoys playing, singing, and indulging in ice cream. You don’t know that despite her challenges, she’s capable and motivated to reach her goals. You don’t know that if given the opportunity, she will show you her true abilities.
No, you don’t know my daughter, but I wish you did. You’re missing out.
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In summary, my daughter is a remarkable individual with strengths and qualities that extend far beyond any labels. She deserves the chance to show the world what she’s capable of, and I hope one day, more people will truly see her for who she is.