Parenthood of child with special needs

However, parenting a child with special needs includes the same elements as parenting a child with ordinary needs. Every parent may take on a number of roles depending on the child’s age, circumstances and needs. These include the following:

• Guardian
• Gives love
• Teaches about life
• Manages relationships
• Sets boundaries

Important to remember the following:

• The primary duty of a parent is to be a parent, not a rehabilitator.
• Look after your wellbeing, too. Then you have a better capacity to face your day-to-day routines. Do not neglect your adult contacts, your relationship with your partner and other people in your close circle. If you feel tired-out, get help in time.
• Trying is the most important thing. Nobody can succeed every time. Therefore, be merciful and understanding – to yourself and your child. Nobody needs to be perfect. You are the best parent for your child. Nobody loves your child as much as you do.
• A child has the right to feel she is good and loved and do things she can and be what she is. Companionable sharing and small successes support the child’s self-confidence. The child should be able to have hobbies and interests he or she likes and feels good at.
• Focus on the future, emphasise goals, not difficulties. Be happy about small things. Do not compare with others.