tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post2412031151175325579..comments2024-03-25T00:54:04.110-05:00Comments on Sunshine and Spoons: 9 Tips For Special Needs ParentsSunshine and Spoonshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-1765515928996542062016-05-30T13:50:47.523-05:002016-05-30T13:50:47.523-05:00Yes, I think that some of these tips could be appl...Yes, I think that some of these tips could be applied to all parents! Thanks for stopping by!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-71992412375897161492016-05-30T13:49:55.272-05:002016-05-30T13:49:55.272-05:00That's a great idea! We have mileage sheets w...That's a great idea! We have mileage sheets we fill out for our insurance, but for someone who doesn't, keeping a small notebook in the vehicle would be a great idea.Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-53964284812881489082016-05-30T13:48:39.992-05:002016-05-30T13:48:39.992-05:00I'm glad you liked them! I wish I'd known...I'm glad you liked them! I wish I'd known these things right from the start!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-80688875001968523112016-05-29T17:22:35.765-05:002016-05-29T17:22:35.765-05:00Hi Hannah, These are helpful tips for all parents....Hi Hannah, These are helpful tips for all parents. The most important point and take away is think and ahead and be prepared for anything that could happen. Thanks for sharing at Mom-to-Mom Mondays.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16296066411199726639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-68618429342110147812016-05-28T13:52:59.033-05:002016-05-28T13:52:59.033-05:00I use everyone of these tips. One tip I have is us...I use everyone of these tips. One tip I have is use a different book to keep track of mileage :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11884717694291012648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-9577592129696419172016-05-28T02:53:35.031-05:002016-05-28T02:53:35.031-05:00I love these tips - they are all spot on and very ...I love these tips - they are all spot on and very practical. I know I've been caught out without food and supplies before as I thought it was going to be just a quick appointment and either you wait for hours or complications arise that see you headed for emergency. Great suggestions for any new special needs parents xKirstyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14645347058596682545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-28211577118950773522016-05-26T08:45:53.237-05:002016-05-26T08:45:53.237-05:00So true!! I've learned a lot about parenting ...So true!! I've learned a lot about parenting in general since my little guy was born with special needs!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-81059902200454261382016-05-26T08:43:07.290-05:002016-05-26T08:43:07.290-05:00Yes, those two tips are really important! I wish ...Yes, those two tips are really important! I wish I'd known all this when Davy was first hospitalized-would've made things much easier!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-55704321923911735782016-05-25T17:28:38.427-05:002016-05-25T17:28:38.427-05:00These are great tips not only for a special needs ...These are great tips not only for a special needs mom but for all mom's. Mom's of special needs children are just that special. They are often stronger then us all and are incredible resources for every mom to learn from. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-80178027107902106612016-05-25T15:18:18.754-05:002016-05-25T15:18:18.754-05:00All of these are essential, but for the notebook w...All of these are essential, but for the notebook with pen and bringing food for myself are important. I always forget things and these are the two that I always miss. I've been regretful of it many times, but I'm getting better at remembering it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01366396878605297666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-83792814511693209822016-05-24T09:12:49.717-05:002016-05-24T09:12:49.717-05:00I agree! With 3 other kids to take care of, it did...I agree! With 3 other kids to take care of, it didn't take me long to realize that it was very easy to lose track of time and miss a feeding. My son didn't have natural hunger cues so he wouldn't cry for food no matter how long between feedings.Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-68738223446951300952016-05-24T09:11:17.475-05:002016-05-24T09:11:17.475-05:00I'm so glad you stopped by! Thank you!I'm so glad you stopped by! Thank you!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-13408525542451444952016-05-23T23:37:33.028-05:002016-05-23T23:37:33.028-05:00It is really important to stay on top of feedings....It is really important to stay on top of feedings. I was once on a trip with special needs children and one of the counselors lost track of time. The child started to cry and they realized she was late for a feed. Since most children cannot speak up for themselves it is the responsibility of the adult. A little scary but with the phone alarms being so amazing, no feedings were ever missed again. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10304701332216772385noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-55359733287226123462016-05-23T13:37:06.867-05:002016-05-23T13:37:06.867-05:00The hours that I have personally spent in the hosp...The hours that I have personally spent in the hospital when our children were young are huge in number. We took turns and had a network of family and friends that helped out. Your notes are right on line and I so agree with them. These will help all those that are needing the help as they go through the period of staying in hospitals not knowing when their child will be in hospital or at home. Thanks for sharing this valuable information annies homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14583996787641143024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-57279759924118546722016-05-22T15:56:33.723-05:002016-05-22T15:56:33.723-05:00Awww, thanks so much!!Awww, thanks so much!!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-73209714029840784452016-05-22T13:24:29.100-05:002016-05-22T13:24:29.100-05:00Sounds like you've got this under control. Way...Sounds like you've got this under control. Way to go, girl! I'm sure Davy appreciates everything you do for him.Lisa Orchardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04362910320460079639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-12022756882617624932016-05-22T13:24:20.450-05:002016-05-22T13:24:20.450-05:00Sounds like you've got this under control. Way...Sounds like you've got this under control. Way to go, girl! I'm sure Davy appreciates everything you do for him.Lisa Orchardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04362910320460079639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-8719045035700321572016-05-21T10:01:53.087-05:002016-05-21T10:01:53.087-05:00Thank you so much! Yes, it really helps to be pre...Thank you so much! Yes, it really helps to be prepared!Sunshine and Spoonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15218542467607737336noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5343428086984907297.post-35210267042747334352016-05-21T09:34:16.759-05:002016-05-21T09:34:16.759-05:00Hannah, these are brilliant ideas. I especially th...Hannah, these are brilliant ideas. I especially think the notebook (binder), change of clothes, and snacks are important. And setting alarms. There is no way to know what will happen, but having these steps in place will alleviate some of the stress. That is also a good idea about having friends' and family's schedules at hand. I am sorry that you have to know these things so well, but thank you for sharing them with others!Regina L. L. Wells | You Are a Daisyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08809399251211392862noreply@blogger.com