Recent Special Needs Blog | Stress Management PostsFighting for Peaceby Kristyn Crow13 Sep 2007 09:04 AMAs my family was remembering 9/11 this week, I have been pondering peace and what it means to me in my life, both as an American, and as a mother. I think that for me, peace is freedom from fear. A Special Needs Parenting Energy Crisis?by Kristyn Crow23 Aug 2007 09:00 AMWhat is the greatest gift that you can personally give your child? Take a moment and think about your answer. It it LOVE? Love is a wonderful thing, but nope. I don't think so. Love is not enough. "I Feel Like I'm Falling Apart." 8 Ways to Cope with Overwhelming Stressby Kristyn Crow24 Oct 2006 08:25 AMAnyone who has parented a special needs child understands it's an all-consuming responsibility. As parents (and especially mothers) we have a tendency to pour our whole heart and soul into the special care of our son or daughter. Empty Bucket Syndrome: Six Ways to Get Replenishedby Kristyn Crow04 Oct 2006 09:16 AMMy mother used to say, "You can't give from an empty bucket." I'm not exactly sure that's true. I understand the principle behind the statement, but I belive that parents have the ability to somehow keep giving even after their "bucket" is woefully dry. Teach Your Child How to Manage Stressby Kristyn Crow15 Feb 2006 02:36 PMAs adults, we can usually recognize when our stress level gets too high. We can give ourselves a needed break, get some exercise, or call a friend for support. Yet children are often poor managers of their own stress. My Battle with Stress While Mothering Special Kidsby Kristyn Crow05 Feb 2006 04:35 PMWriting this blog has caused me to reflect on my early experiences with mothering and the many fears I had. I recall the devastation I felt when one child was diagnosed with Autism, and intense anger when my older son was then diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes. Recent Blog Comments Gianna559 says... "Another great article Kristyn!" |
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