Disability Parenting Archives

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Blog Post: What to Expect at Your First IEP Meeting (PLAAFP Explained)

Stop the Stress: Your Roadmap to Confidence at Your First IEP Meeting Walking into your child’s first Individualized Education Program

As a parent of a child with a disability, few questions are more pressing—or more overwhelming—than: “Does my child qualify

As parents, we’ve all felt it—that quiet whisper of concern or a nagging question that won’t go away. When it

Parents, do you ever feel like you need a daily news briefing just to keep up with special education? I’m

As a parent of a child with a disability, your to-do list isn’t just a list—it’s a living document that’s

5 Communication Secrets That Will Transform Your Relationship With Your Child’s School Does the thought of a call from your

As parents, we often do things for our kids that we shouldn’t, and sometimes we don’t even realize it. It’s

A school isn’t just a building; it’s a promise. A promise of learning, of growth, and of opportunity. But for

As parents, we often paint vivid pictures of our children’s futures long before they’re even born. We imagine milestones, successes,

(Interview with Kirt Manecke about teen job and social skills for life!) As parents, one of our deepest hopes is