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ParentingRaising a Child with a Disability
#RI-6ab0ac81·5 months ago·
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Grieving my daughter's potential future

My 16-year-old daughter is disabled and I grieve she may never experience common things

What I wish I knew
"How to protect her from societal ableism"
If I could tell you one thing
"Keep expectations low for people with disabilities"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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