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Juggling Act: Work and Family Hybrid Mom

Happy Mother's Day!

I saw this video and thought of all of you wonderful moms, mom-to-be's, grandmothers, stepmothers and any other moms that will be celebrating Mother's Day.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xK1VAb4HXBE

You matter. Enjoy your day, and god bless you all for all the wonderful things you do!

Indianapolis Special Needs Kids Examiner: Count your blessings on Indy tax day

Indianapolis Special Needs Kids Examiner: Count your blessings on Indy tax day

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Here is an Article I was Interviewed for...

Here is a link http://parents-physically-challenged.suite101.com/article.cfm/when_baby_has_down_syndrome
to an article that I was interviewed for. It's about being a first time Mom of a child with special needs. The joys and hardships we experienced, and how having a child with special needs has brought so much joy to my life. My life is so complete because of him.

I am so proud of him and all his accomplishments. Having a child with special needs makes being a mother so much better. His love is never-ending.

I hope you enjoy this article, as much as I did interviewing for it. Please share it.

First Two Weeks of Preschool Were A Success!

Well I have successfully survived my son's first two weeks of preschool, and so has he. Here are some pictures of my little man.

He did exactly what I thought he would do the first day, he marched right in. I'm sure because it was new and he was curious, but I was glad to see that he was so comfortable. I was ok, because I knew he was ok and wasn't scared! He's such a big boy and I'm so proud of him!

I appreciate the way the teachers introduced him to the class too. That was very important. They have a "special child" speech that talks about how the child is special and a child of God, which of course Jacob is, however, I didn't want the other kids to see him as "special" and treat him differently or be scared of him. I want him to be seen as just another little boy starting school. Well when they asked the children who wanted to be Jacob's helper for the day, it was so exciting to hear that all of the children raised their hands. He was being accepted!

So they chose a little boy, who is very introverted as they thought it would be good for him to learn to help another child as he has a new baby brother. So it worked out perfectly he felt important and Jacob made a new friend. That's what life is about anyway isn't it, making someone else feel good and in the meantime you gain a friend.

The teachers give me a report after every class, and they say he's doing wonderful. He's telling them when he has to go potty, he's learning to use scissors and writing with a crayon or marker. They said he loves gym, although hasn't engaged them when they eat snack. Which is fine, he has such sensory issues with regards to food, I just want him to see other children eating and enjoying it that maybe one day he will get curious enough to try. The teachers still include him by giving him a book to read at the table, so he reads while the others eat.

Preschool has been good for me too, meeting other Moms. I just got asked to be on the Board of a local organization. Plus, the two hours really helps me to sit down and concentrate on my work. Of course, I miss my little guy being around, but when the house is quiet and I know he's happy and safe makes me feel good and hence more productive.

Just picked him up this morning and they had their Easter Party, here's a picture of my little guy's first school project.

So my preschool dreams have been answered, and I'm so thankful.

Preschool Dreams for My Little Guy

Calling all moms of preschoolers! Monday will be my son's first official day of preschool. I'm in a state of shock. How did you all handle it?

He just turned 3 last weekend and I'm still getting over that. Where does the time go? I can still remember the first day he was born. It's like it was yesterday.

I am truly amazed at how far he has come in 3 years. He surprises me everyday! From being a fragile little baby, he is growing up to be a smart, fun little boy.

But Monday will be the first day I will truly be without him and leaving him in hands of other people. Even when he was in the NICU, I was with him everyday.

I feel very blessed to be able to register him in the preschool he will be attending. I feel very confident in the teachers and I really believe that they will care for him and have his best interests in mind. I investigated a few other schools as my son will now be venturing into the special education system of the local school district.

This preschool seemed in line with what I wanted him to experience his first time in school. I wanted him to have fun and socialize and yes of course learn something, however I didn't want to push him too hard as this will all be a new venture for him I wanted it to be a pleasant one. I know my son if you push him too hard he will shut down, and I have gotten him so far. He loves to engage with other children, he's starting to talk alittle more each day and he's just an overall happy boy, I didn't want that to change by going into a preschool who wants to push for numbers instead of what's in the best interest of the child.

It has been quite an adventure already with the J.E.S.S.E. program (special education system) and I'm sure it will be even crazier as Jacob gets older. They tried to push him in school 4 days a week, in 2 different schools. I told them that was absurd. He's never been away from me, so let's just bombard him all at once with school and 2 different learning environments no less. Boy if that wouldn't confuse any child.

Well after dropping Jacob off at school on Monday, I have some time to compose myself before I need to meet with them again to change his IEP, so it states that he will only be going to one school for 2 days a week.

Well at least I have the weekend to enjoy every moment with him before he goes off to school and be a big boy. I'm very proud of him and I know he will be fine, the question is will Mommy!

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Thanks, Marla