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As a teacher, I always appreciated when parents reached out beforehand. It showed me that we were working as a team and gave me a little sneak peek into their child, like their personality, interests, strengths, or anything they might be struggling w

Dimming the lights is a simple way to signal that bedtime is approaching and it’s time to wind down ✨

A swing in the hallway...another thing I never thought I’d have in my home.

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that behavior is communication. Sometimes what looks like “too much energy” is actually a child seeking th

I never thought I’d be the kind of person to hang a swinging ladder in my house...but here we are. And honestly, it’s been worth it.

Over the years, we’ve bought countless products hoping they’d “fix” the constant

An eligibility meeting is one of the most important steps in the special education process. It’s where the team reviews evaluation results and determines whether your child qualifies for special education services.
You are an equal member of t

These screenshots tell a story 🤍
Progress isn’t always measured by grades, test scores, or benchmarks. Sometimes it’s measured by a child’s first “hi,” first conversation, or first moment of confidence.

Over the yea

I’ve been disagreeing for as long as I can remember🤪

I was told by a number of people that I was overanalyzing Liam and that I just knew “too much.”

You don’t have to agree with every recommendation simply because it came f

It can all feel confusing! But knowing the difference helps you advocate with confidence 💪🏻

After Liam’s diagnosis, I dedicated myself to learning about Selective Mutism and have since had the privilege of supporting other families through their own SM journey ✨

Advocacy isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking the right questions. ✨

I’m so glad you’re here 🫶🏻✨

A reminder that accommodations don’t have to be complicated to be effective✨

Advocacy, strategy, and a little Elle Woods energy 💁🏻&zwj;♀️🦁Coming summer 2026 💫

When my son was 4, he began showing signs of anxiety and eventually stopped speaking to everyone outside our immediate family.

What others saw as “defiance,” I knew was something deeper.

Over time, he was diagnosed with:
• Selecti

504 plans and IEPs both support students, but they’re not the same thing. Here’s a simple breakdown to help better understand the difference ✨

Sarah Barlow Child Advocate

sbarlow.childadvocate@gmail.com