Kathy Maloy

Helping parents of kids with disabilities, special needs, and learning differences

Do you feel like parenting books and websites were written by people who don’t get your kid? Do you feel like you have tried everything and life is still a whirlwind?

That’s where I come in. I have been there, and you don't have to do it alone. Raising differently-abled kids requires different parenting skills—kid-by-kid, day-by-day. Because unless you have parented a kid who is different, you can’t totally understand.

When my oldest son was diagnosed with autism, I was frantic to "fix" him, and I remember how scary the early years were. When my youngest child started to have developmental delays and behavioral challenges, it was so different. It wasn't easier, but I was able to bring a sense of calm and confidence to parenting. I knew the questions to ask, and I had a support network in place.

I want to bring that to you and other parents. Parenting can be so isolating—especially when your kid isn't doing things “just like everyone else.”

How can we work together?

• Create three-, six-, and twelve-month plans for when your child is just diagnosed. Break things down into easy, actionable chunks.
• Come up with strategies to make the day-to-day challenges easier (bed, meals, homework, mornings), so you have space to enjoy your child and think about the things you really want to focus on.
• Navigate challenges with schools and IEPs. Empower you to support and advocate for your child.
• Share resources and strategize on building your community and support network.
• Work through challenging behaviors together to come up with strategies to support you and your child in the hardest moments.