When Cammy was 14 months old, she and her cousin Olivia took a weekly toddler music class called Wiggleworms. I dreaded trying my best each week to put a smile on my face and pretend to have fun. I was puppet master to my 14-month-old, acting as her…
The IncRETTibles – a Column by Jacqueline Babiarz
My family is overwhelmingly grateful for the COVID-19 vaccination. We can breathe a little more easily now that our daughter Cammy is protected. We are infinitely thankful for the dedication of the people in the scientific and medical fields. The COVID-19 pandemic has been extremely difficult on all…
I used to think the stages of grief — denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance — only…
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If you have a child that is diagnosed with a rare disorder, you’ll likely find yourself asking questions like, “How did I get here?” I’ve heard people say that “God only gives you what you can handle.” Well, apparently, God thinks I’m a badass, because…
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