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Are you raising a child with special needs? We're here to help with personal stories, expert advice, the latest research, and tips on how to support your child.

Why sick days can be good for the soul

Why sick days can be good for the soul

Anchel Krishna is thankful that a day of rest turned into a fantastic opportunity for one-on-one time with her daughter.

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Working mom: Why I'm OK with leaving my toddler

Working mom: Why I'm OK with leaving my toddler

Anchel Krishna heads to a conference for work — and she explains why she’s OK leaving Syona for a few days.

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Simple ways to help your child feel included

Simple ways to help your child feel included

Anchel Krishna shares why community inclusivity is making a difference in her family.

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Yes, my child with special needs does chores

Yes, my child with special needs does chores

Anchel Krishna explains how her family adapts chores so Syona can help.

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Why I can't take road trips with my daughter

Why I can't take road trips with my daughter

The Krishna family attempted their first family road trip over the long weekend and Anchel discusses what they learned.

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Why Thanksgiving means more after having a child

Why Thanksgiving means more after having a child

Anchel Krishna reflects on everything her family has to be thankful for as they come up to the holiday.

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In honour of World Cerebral Palsy Day

In honour of World Cerebral Palsy Day

In recognition of World Cerebral Palsy Day on October 2nd, Anchel Krishna spoke with others in the special-needs community about their thoughts on cerebral palsy.

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Conversations with my toddler

Conversations with my toddler

Anchel Krishna discusses the significance of a simple conversation with her daughter.

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Why I need to improve my physical health

Why I need to improve my physical health

After a painful few weeks Anchel Krishna is forced to take care of a literal pain in her neck.

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Do you censor yourself around your toddler?

Do you censor yourself around your toddler?

Anchel Krishna and family need to watch what they say these days because Syona is repeating it all.

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Confession: I’m scared of solo parenting

Confession: I’m scared of solo parenting

After her husband has a boys night out, Anchel Krishna realizes how hard solo parenting can be.

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Why my daughter is finally ready for school this year

Why my daughter is finally ready for school this year

This is Syona’s very first back-to-school (sort of) and Anchel Krishna discusses why she thinks it will be a success.

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Two years after the diagnosis...

Two years after the diagnosis...

Anchel Krishna and her husband are marking a very special anniversary that celebrates Syona's accomplishments.

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How shopping for my toddler with special needs just got easier

How shopping for my toddler with special needs just got easier

Shoe shopping for her daughter is no longer stressful for Anchel Krishna and her husband. Here's why.

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Being a part of the special needs community

Being a part of the special needs community

Anchel Krishna writes about the camaraderie that comes from parenting a child with special needs.

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There’s more to our life than special needs

There’s more to our life than special needs

Anchel Krishna reflects on a recent blog post that helped her see the bigger picture — and to look beyond her daughter's special needs.

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Special-needs parenting: The milestone of playing independently

Special-needs parenting: The milestone of playing independently

Today's Parent blogger Anchel Krishna shares how her daughter's latest milestone reminds her of what matters most in life.

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Special-needs parenting: Adapting activities for your child

Special-needs parenting: Adapting activities for your child

Anchel experiences true community spirit in action at a work event last week.

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How do you balance your home and work life?

How do you balance your home and work life?

With two working parents and a packed schedule, the Krishna family is figuring out how they can enjoy their time at work and their time together.

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Miles Ambridge: The concept of inclusivity

Miles Ambridge: The concept of inclusivity

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