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Notes from the Mama Bear Diary: A Tale of Summer Inclusion

Mom’s Journey: Embracing Inclusion & Letting Go As parents of special needs children navigate the summer landscape, it’s not just about creating inclusive experiences—it’s also about adapting ourselves. I learned that while my advocacy powered my son’s development, his growth inspired me to let go and grow alongside him.

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IEP Prep: Using the Mama Bear Strategy

The Mama Bear Way: Unleashing Your Inner Fury for Your Child’s Education When I first faced an IEP meeting with my autistic son by my side, I approached it like any other business negotiation—calm, collected, and armed with all the evidence to support our case.