Advocating for your child

You are the best parent for your child!

There is nothing more gratifying than being able to advocate for a child who is being affected by the impact of abuse and/or neglect. It takes a SPECIAL ADVOCATE to provide this kind of dedication to these children in need of a voice. Visit cfadvocates.org or call 216.443.3377 for more information on how to become a Court Appointed Special Advocate or Guardian ad Litem.

Being a parent is the hardest job in the world— especially if a child who needs extra assistance or support. It takes patience and dedication; 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You are your child’s biggest advocate.

Be an advocate for your child!

Rose & Rex on Instagram: "We can teach our children to confidently express their needs and assert themselves when they feel wronged, while remaining open to the thoughts and experiences of others. Wondering where to start? Here are 4 ways to help children develop the necessary skills to advocate for themselves:⁣ ⁣ ★ Consistently offer language prompts to help your child advocate for himself/herself in a variety of settings. Rather than stepping in on your child’s behalf, let him or her speak…

A comprehensive list of tips for advocating for your child, when problems arise at school, from a mother who's been there.

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CONSCIOUS PARENTING EDUCATOR - Shelly on Instagram: "Raise your hand in the comments if you have had to disappoint other people in order to advocate for your kids and/or yourself? 🖐️ Loving reminder. Every day is a good day for setting boundaries that advocate for your kids and not the people who think children are inferior human beings. Have you checked out my latest parenting resource? It’s called the Connected Kid Collection and I know it has the power to transform your family in…

Standing up for your child won’t always make sense to others, and that’s okay. Advocacy might feel misunderstood sometimes, but you're showing your child that their voice, emotions, and experiences matter so much. This reminder is for parents following a gentle or conscious parenting path, where connection, not control, leads the way. If you feel judged or not supported, know that you are so supported. There are so many of us advocating for a kinder more emotionally validating world.

That’s all we hope for! 🥰🤩 We won’t always know what to do, but we will always try to understand and support our child. .. .. Follow me @radiantmomvibes .. #parenting #toddlerparents #toddlermom #boymom #makeitcount #makeverysecondcount #mindfulparenting #positiveparenting #raisinghappykids

An extensive collection of articles and other resources to help you advocate for your child's needs at school.

Be the type of parents that your child go to for advice and guidance, your child might already be so overly critical towards themselves and your harsh comments and judgement isn't going to help.

“You’re too loud.” That’s fine by me. Advocacy requires noise, optimism, and conviction—especially when it’s about my child’s future. 💙 #SpecialEducationAdvocate #SpecialEducationAdvocate #DontIEPAlone

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