Book Review: The Other Side of Special

 

The Other Side of Special

Navigating the Messy, Emotional, Joy-Filled Life of a Special Needs Mom

by Amy J Brown; Sara Clime; Carrie M Holt

Pub Date 09 May 2023 

 Revell 

 Christian  |  Parenting & Families 

I am reviewing a copy of The Other Side of Special through Revell and Netgalley:

If you are a special needs Mom, in search of community and support on what can be a lonely road.  The Other Side of Special reminds you that you are not alone, your best is good enough, and even on the hard days, there are blessings to be had. 

Raising a Special needs child means you will need to spend energy and resources into raising them.  And often you can be left to feel isolated, and guilty, and you can feel like your other children (if you have other children) are competing for attention.  In this book you will find the encouragement and practical help to navigate the emotional reality of your situation.

The Other Side of Normal, shares the stories of three mothers raising children with physical, medical, mental, and emotional special needs.  These three Mothers have joined forces and pooled their experience and expertise to provide such a resource. They take a deep dive into the most common emotions felt by special needs moms. They acknowledge the hard things as those who have been there. They celebrate the unique joys of being a special needs mom. And they offer encouragement for the journey, remaining realistic about the challenges special needs moms will continue to face.

I give The Other Side of Normal five out of five stars!

Happy Reading!