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Navigating Emergencies as Disability Parents

Navigating Emergencies as Disability Parents

Update: 2024-06-04
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There are emotional complexities and practical considerations of caring for children with disabilities or special needs during emergencies. In this episode, we discuss our conversations with our kids about emergencies, how we prepare for these inevitabilities, and how to recognize our personal needs to find emotional support during these crises. This episode will empower you to have a plan but prioritize your well-being while caring for all your children in these challenging times.


Key Moments:

[4:34 ] Censoring medical history for son, balancing information 
[11:49 ] Mom's emotions and the need to express them
[18:00 ] Emergencies caused by behavior should be discussed after it happens
[39:50 ] Anxious about an upcoming trip because of past trip traumas
[43:25 ] What calms you? How to avoid a meltdown

Resources:
Sara's Emergency Checklist: 6 Manageable Steps to Prepare Your Backup Caregiver

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Navigating Emergencies as Disability Parents

Navigating Emergencies as Disability Parents

Amy J Brown, Carrie Holt and Sara Clime