Have you met my amazing friend, Sarah Thompson? She writes over at A Special Journey about her delightful eight-year-old son, Jake. Jake is a wonderful big brother to Lily. He’s both playful and kind, with the most captivating blue eyes. He reminds me of my son, Noah, but unlike Noah, Jake has autism.
Sarah and I have often discussed the idea of joining forces for a blog post. There’s so much our audiences can gain from one another. The opportunity seemed perfect this week, especially since we are both partnering with P&G to highlight the Special Olympics. Here’s our (brilliant, if I may say) plan:
I’m inviting you all to share your questions about parenting children with special needs in the comments section. You know the ones—the inquiries you’ve always wanted to make to their parents but felt unsure about. Sarah’s readers are primarily parents of children with special needs, and they will come here to provide answers. In exchange, on Sarah’s blog, her audience will share insights they’ve always wanted typical parents to know (yes, that’s the right term). Exciting, right?
So, what’s on your mind? Have you ever wondered how to react when your child stares at a child with disabilities? Ask away. Did you just receive a diagnosis and feel lost on where to begin? These are your people. Curious about their daily routines? Don’t hesitate to ask. We’re here to break down barriers and engage in a genuine conversation. After you pose your questions here, be sure to check out Sarah’s blog to discover what her readers wish to communicate to you. Let’s show them we’re listening and keep the dialogue flowing.
We believe this can be a fantastic opportunity for us all to learn and connect over our shared experience: immense love for our extraordinary children.
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Summary
This post invites readers to engage in an open dialogue about parenting children with special needs by asking questions that they might have hesitated to voice. By collaborating with another parent blogger, the goal is to foster understanding and connection between parents of children with special needs and typical parents, ultimately emphasizing the shared love for all children.