When our oldest daughter, Cammy, was diagnosed with Rett syndrome in 2011, we knew that the only thing…
Articles by Jackie Babiarz
Many people with Rett syndrome have issues with regulating their temperature, circulation, mood, breathing, and heart rate, which can…
Before this school year began, I attended a nonviolent crisis intervention training session, held by the Crisis Prevention Institute,…
I have two middle schoolers. My oldest daughter, Cammy, is in eighth grade. My younger daughter, Ryan, is in…
While growing up, I remember my dad mentioning a few times that he always wanted to be a teacher.
As a teacher, I’ve learned that not every child loves summer and holiday breaks. Not every child goes on…
My 13-year-old daughter, Cammy, was diagnosed with Rett syndrome on Jan. 7, 2011. It was the worst day…
One of the most draining aspects of our lives as parents and caregivers of someone with Rett syndrome is…
I have terrible memories of going to the dentist as a child: tightly closed eyes, the sound of drilling and…
Having a child with special needs means having additional worries, fears, and caregiving duties, especially during puberty. That’s a rough…