Changing The Perception Of People With Special Needs Through Makeover!

  Personal presentation - a vital key to social inclusion for people with Disabilities As the saying goes “You can’t judge a book by its cover” but the reality is,...

World Down Syndrome Congress 2015: In Case You Missed It!

When 500 Participants from 41 countries, 98 self advocates, parents, professionals, siblings, and medicos came together, the world became a little more sensitive and positive for all children...

Why Do We Want To Send Our Special Needs Children To...

I have been asked this question many times. Sometimes by people who were well meaning  and, a lot of times by those who were not. People have asked...

Is ‘INCLUSION’ Really The Answer For Children With Special Needs?

A dear friend and a fellow parent of a daughter  with Down syndrome always refers to ‘Inclusion’ as a ‘double-edged sword,’ explaining how in absence of good inclusion...

What Can Schools Do Differently To Support Children With Special Needs?

Education is every child’s RIGHT! And, whether the child is typical or has special needs does not take that right away or tweak it in the way a...

Priceless Summer Fun For Children With Special Needs!

One hot June afternoon, summer vacations,  bored children and an out of wits mama might be the story of every house but when creativity strikes ( or is...

So What Is Your Priority List For Your Child With Special...

Those of us who think we don’t really need a priority list for our child, whether typical or special needs, should think one more time. I am sure...

Army Doesn’t Train You To Be A Special Needs Mother- Your...

Another beautiful guest post from a dear friend and a fellow parent Sonali Barshilia.  Sonali got commissioned into Indian Army in Sep 1999 and took voluntary retirement in...

9 Out Of The World Ideas To Save Your Sanity In...

It’s been just a few days into summer vacations, and I am sure you are already running out of ideas to keep your little monsters occupied. You must...

I Have Stopped Crying: A Special Needs Mother!

 This beautiful post is written by Capt. Kiran Pun, ex army officer. Kiran is a  precious friend and a  fellow mother. She is married to Lt Col K Sathiyamoorthy,...

Should I Send Both My Typical And My Special Needs...

When I decided to put my daughter with Down syndrome in the same school as my son , I received a lot of suggestions and advice from other...

16 Quotes Every Special Needs Parent Should Read And Share!

Words have the power to change us. To make us feel strong and give us strength when we need it most. These quotes will not only make you...