Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Nonverbal means exactly what it sounds like; it refers to a person who is “not verbal,” meaning he/she does not produce verbal speech. Over time, this term has slightly twisted from its original and literal meaning and has come to hold a lot of misconceptions. Today I want to tackle some of these misbeliefs by sharing 3 things that nonverbal does not mean…
Read MoreSpina bifida is a neural tube defect that may be diagnosed during pregnancy (via ultrasound) or after birth. Hydrocephalus may or may not be present. It occurs when a portion of the neural tube does not fully close and usually requires surgery to repair...
Read MoreThis blog post was written by Emily Ong, who is was born with cerebral palsy and amniotic band syndrome. She is a fashion model and disability advocate and lives in Singapore. Emily and I met via social media and I am so honored to have her sharing her experiences with you today!
Read MoreA few weeks ago, I shared my favorite picture books that feature children with disabilities. These picture books are ideal for young children and lower elementary school students. They are a perfect way to introduce disabilities into your home and foster further conversation. If your child is a little bit older and reading chapter books, today’s list is for you! Each of these chapter books features a character with a disability and they are another wonderful tool you can use to help instill disability awareness in your children.
Read MoreIn light of recent events, I wanted to share a little bit more about immunocompromised children and what the coronavirus means for them and their families.
Read MoreThe diagnosis of autism refers to an expansive spectrum, which is important to recognize. A person on one end of the spectrum may look vastly different from a person on the other end of the spectrum, even though these two people carry the same diagnosis.
Read MoreValentine’s Day is just a few short days away! Growing up, I loved the school parties, making my Valentine’s Day box and addressing cards to my classmates. But, for some children, Valentine’s Day can be tough. I am sharing my top three tips on how to make your Valentine’s Day more inclusive this year!
Read MoreToday I am sharing my favorite books that portray characters with disabilities! Reading stories about children with disabilities is a great way to reinforce inclusion in your home. The more a child is exposed to people that are different from them, the more likely they are to celebrate those differences.
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