12 How to Homeschool a Child with Special Needs: Navigating Life Skills & Academics When Thinking, "I Didn't Sign Up For This!"

Are you wondering how to homeschool a child with special needs? Curious about balancing therapy with education? Looking for encouragement in your unexpected parenting journey?

In this heartfelt episode of the podcast, host I welcome Sarah Frazer, author of "I Didn't Sign Up for This," to discuss her experience homeschooling her nonverbal daughter with special needs. Sarah opens up about adopting her daughter from China, discovering her daughter's significant special needs were more complex than initially understood, and how she navigated the grief and acceptance process.

Sarah shares practical wisdom about:

• Finding peace in the unexpected twists of parenthood
• The benefits of one-on-one instruction for her nonverbal daughter
• How she manages weekly therapy sessions alongside homeschooling
• Making educational decisions based on individual progress rather than age
• Balancing the needs of all five of her children

This conversation offers both practical advice and emotional support for parents considering homeschooling their special needs child. Sarah emphasizes the importance of looking for small victories, setting realistic expectations, and remembering that you're not alone in feeling overwhelmed. Her message of "progress over perfection" provides hope for parents on similar journeys.

Connect with Sarah:

Website: https://sarahefrazer.com/

Book: I Didn't Sign Up For This

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