O-mama - Opinionated Moms

• SPECIAL DELIVERY: Have you ever mis-judged someone?
• Posted by Linsey Goldman • 11/26/11

Recently, a friend had the following post on her Facebook status:  “To all those dealing with 'invisible illness'... It's hard to explain to someone who has no clue. It's a daily struggle being in pain or feeling sick on the inside while you look fine on the outside. Feel free to post this as your status for at least one hour if you or someone you know has an invisible illness (cancer,...

• SPECIAL DELIVERY: Out of This World
• Posted by Linsey Goldman • 9/7/11

Typically, when someone says that something is “out of this world”, they mean that it’s a good thing. However, when those words come from your child and he says that sometimes he feels like he is out of this world, that phrase takes on a whole new meaning. When my six-year-old stated how his “body sometimes makes him feel sick like he’s not in this world,” it took all of my resolve to force...

• SPECIAL DELIVERY: School's Out For Summer - Tips For A Smooth Transition
• Posted by Linsey Goldman • 6/2/11

Another special post for our special needs kids:  As we near the end of the school year and our minds turn to swimming lessons and summer camps, don’t let it escape you that now is as important as ever to maintain a positive relationship with your child’s "team." Doing so will help to ensure a smooth transition for all in the upcoming school year.  For many parents, it’s been a long year and...

• SPECIAL DELIVERY: A Special Mother's Day
• Posted by Linsey Goldman • 5/1/11

A special note to moms of special needs kids: As Mother’s Day nears, some of us may be thinking about a wish list and dropping hints and others may be too tired or stressed to even bother. No matter which group you fall into, you deserve a break. So, this Mother’s Day why don’t you make it a special one. Give yourself a break and then volunteer some time or make a donation to an organization...

• SPECIAL DELIVERY: A Mother's Love Can C.U.R.E.
• Posted by Linsey Goldman • 4/21/11

MAMAS of Special Needs KID-Os

My story began in the spring of 2009. The snow had melted, the flowers were blooming, and the sun was once again shining bright. Although the signs of spring outside brought forth hope and cheer, the feeling inside was anything but. My then four-year-old lay on the couch, drained of energy and holding his head. He had been lethargic and complaining of headaches for several days. Over the...