Tag: real motherhood
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Small Wins Before the Big Change: Teeth, Traditions, and Preparing for Three
A simple appointment that meant a lot Today was a small but meaningful win for our family. My four-year-old daughter had her dental appointment, and it went really well. The dentist was happy and said everything is in great condition. At home, I also have a two-year-old son with Down syndrome, so moments like these…
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When There Is No Pause: Motherhood, Overload, and Holding It All Together
A season that feels like too much The past few days have been full. Not just busy but overwhelming in a way that settles deep into your body and mind. After our recent visit to the children’s hospital, one thought stayed with me: The specialists seemed more worried about me than about my son. And…
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Our Last Day Out as a Family of Four: Spa, Gratitude, and Quiet Joy
A delayed Christmas gift that became something more Back in January, we were invited to a Christmas party for children with special needs. It had been postponed, but that didn’t make it any less meaningful. Our two-year-old son, who has Down syndrome, was invited, and of course we went – together with our four-year-old daughter.…
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My First Ultrasound at 36 Weeks and a Long, Busy, Emotional Day
The appointment I avoided and finally faced Yesterday, I drove to the city with my two-year-old son. In motherhood with a child with Down syndrome, most trips revolve around him – his therapies, his needs, his appointments. But this time, it was for me. At 36 weeks pregnant, I went to the doctor and ultrasound…
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Motherhood with a Child with Down Syndrome: When Chaos, Kindness, and Courage Meet
A therapy day that started like any other Today was another therapy day in motherhood with a child with Down syndrome. These days are never simple, but sometimes they surprise you. We were picked up by social transport right from our door. It was comfortable, calm – almost too smooth to be real. My son…
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Settling Into Our New Home with a Four- and Two-Year-Old
I previously wrote about our move to a new home. Now I want to share more about moving with young children; what it has been like living here with our four- and two-year-old children. Despite everything, both children are happy in the new home. Our daughter has her moods, as usual. Our son does too.…