As an educator, I’ve had countless opportunities to work and interact with so many loving, supportive, and fearless mothers who are raising an autistic child/ren. A family with autistic children…
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Autism and us
April is World Autism Month; throughout the month, the world focus on raising awareness about Autism to increase understanding and acceptance of people with Autism—fostering worldwide support. Cosmocreole shares some stories of challenges that both the…
Raising my child with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Your child gets the flu, or he fracture’s his arm, and as a mother, you think about the healing process, the sleepless nights and the pain your child will have…
Their own path-Supporting your Child’s Dream
As parents, the biggest lesson that we have learnt is that without the support of their parents, it is extremely difficult for a child to grow and live a fulfilled,…
My Story of Multiple Miscarriages- Fran Ah-Men
Losing a baby, whether through miscarriage or stillbirth, is something women may carry with them all their lives. Even though miscarriages and stillbirths are the most common reasons for losing…
The Joys and Challenges of Autism-Nyla and Mia’s Story
Nyla Ma-low, (nee Perrault) grew up in the district of Beau Vallon with a foster family. Her mother gave her up at the age of five, she wanted Nyla to…
Autism and us: Raising Matteo-Lyn Lavigne
Having an autistic child affects everyone: parents, grandparents, siblings and extended family members. The pressure can be enormous in the struggle to navigate life in this new way. Raising a…
A Mother’s Embraced Journey Through Autism-Helena Sims
April is World Autism Month, throughout the month, the focus is on sharing stories and providing opportunities to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism—fostering worldwide support. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental…
Living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Jason Winslow, 14, was born with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) a genetic condition that gradually causes the muscles to weaken, leading to an increasing level of disability. It is one…
Raising Strong Girls-Wilna Mc Kenna
‘Strong Girls’ grow up feeling secure in themselves, they take action and making positive choices about their own lives, and caring about others. They are not scared to acknowledge their…