20 things to know if you have a child with Special Needs

1) You are not alone.

2) You too deserve to be cared for. Otherwise you wont be able to care for your child

3) You aren’t perfect even if you want to be and that’s ok!

4) You are a superhero. Even without the cape!

5) Therapy is play. Make it fun whenever you can.

6) Play is therapy. Use every opportunity for your child to learn

7) Make time to enjoy your kids. Make those special memories.

8) You will be obligated to make hard decisions. Find those that know more than you.

9) You'll fail sometimes. You won’t always get it right.

10) Forgive yourself. It takes time but forgive yourself!

11) Being a parent is hard. Being a parent to a child with extra needs is extra hard.

13) Don’t lose yourself. Make time to recharge.

14) Enjoy life anyway you can. Keep your sense of humor.

15) Celebrate the little things! Be thankful for what you have.

16) Don’t let typical parents get you down. Especially those that mean well.

17) Don’t compare. It's a trap.

18) You don’t have to be “THAT” parent. Be your own version of parent.

19) Make time for your marriage or significant other.

20) Trust your instincts. You know your child best.