Have you struggled finding the support you need in navigating life as a parent of a special needs child? Every special needs parent is thrown a set of curve balls they never intended they'd need to manage. Too many families are not given the support, education, or help they need in navigating their journeys and it's about time that changes. We'll break through the barriers of "special needs" together through this book, and change our perspectives on how this journey of yours was meant to be.
From this book, you'll not only be given tips, advice, and education in how to get the best for your child, but you'll also find ways to get the best for your family, too...including you.
Here is some of what you'll learn in this book:
- How to be an advocate in an unconventional role
- What you should know to navigate the uphill battles in a life you never expected
- All about life from the sibling's perspective - how it is parallel to your experience, and ultimately how to understand and help them navigate their journey
- Education, tips, information, and advice on lifting and transfers to help keep you AND your child safe - what you should know as they get bigger
- How to incorporate home exercises and maintain a healthy lifestyle for your child (that may not be what you think)
- Understanding your child's behavior and how exericise can help kids diagnosed with ADHD and Autism maintain routine and sleep.
- A guide to my most frequently asked questions in the clinic to help you with the unknowns you face daily. In this book, you'll get the advice you need to know to help take a practical approach to your parenting journey.
The world's view on disability is a system that needs change. Let's do this together!
Words from parents:
"I've heard my whole life that certain people will make an impact on you; leave an imprint in your heart and mind. There's been a few, but none the way Christine has for me. She's a special person. She truly believes in what she does and she does it with all of her heart and soul. I've become a better me by knowing her and watching her. She makes both myself and my husband want to strive to be better parents, friends, and humans. I am grateful for crossing paths with Christine Astarita and for being on this journey with her. " -Liz M.
Christine has had a tremendous impact on our daughter Maddie's life for the past 2 years. Her physical gains have been incredible. But more importantly, she has given my husband and I the most priceless gift that nobody could ever give us, and that's the hope that Maddie can one day be as independent as possible. -Liz C.
We met Christine when she first opened her therapy practice. We were so excited that there was intensive physical therapy available for our son Howie. Before starting at Breakthrough Howie's physical progress was stagnant. Howie loves going to Breakthrough Intensive Physical Therapy. Christine is not just Howie's therapist she is like family to us now. She goes above and beyond therapy and helps all of the families in every way she can. Her support is valuable to us. We are so grateful that we found Christine and Breakthrough. -Cynthia And Joe Rubino
Dr. Christine Astarita is a Pediatric Physical Therapist and the founder of Breakthrough Intensive Physical Therapy in New York. Her facility is a specialty clinic helping special needs children and adults become as independent as possible, as well as providing support for parents and siblings for a 'whole-family' approach. She is passionate about changing the health care system to serve the underserved and help families within the special needs community, from all over, live t
