Every dad has expectations when a baby is on the way. Those expectations include elements of athleticism, attractiveness, brilliance, and greatness. This image dads hold in their imagination of their coming child is normal but it is not always true.
Randy Hain, author, and Founder and President of Serviam Partners, joins me to talk about fathering a child with special needs, specifically autism. Randy’s perspective on this will challenge and uplift you.
Randy shares his thoughts on dealing with blaming yourself for your child’s condition, managing anger, the importance of community, planning for the future, and the joys associated with a child with special needs.
Check out Randy’s book, Special Children, Blessed Fathers - https://amzn.to/4iQy8e6
Other books by Randy:
Practical Virtue - https://amzn.to/3FJowTG
Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader - https://amzn.to/3FUc9Ec
Being Fully Present - https://amzn.to/423PcG7
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