book outline

Object: To develop an easy to read and affordable manual for parents to empower them to advocate for their children in order to get whatever resources needed for their success.

Summary: Every parent advocates for their child as a way of teaching them to advocate for themselves in ever bigger ways as they grow up. We mentor to our children and guide them. We provide strength and encouragement. As we grow in our role of parents realizing that we not only cannot provide them with everything they need but we cannot protect them from harm. Most parents advocate as a matter of course through a variety of environments. For parents who have children with more needs due to physical, psychiatric or developmental challenges the need to advocate for their children's needs can be crucial. We all want for our children to be successful and happy and safe. WE are surrounded by experts who tell us the best way to make that happen. My purpose in developing this book is not to claim to be an expert in anything but to empower parents to recognize that they are the expert in what is best for their children and to provide resources and support in their parenting journey.

Topics:
The pres and cons of recieving a diagnosis