Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Nonverbal means exactly what it sounds like; it refers to a person who is “not verbal,” meaning he/she does not produce verbal speech. Over time, this term has slightly twisted from its original and literal meaning and has come to hold a lot of misconceptions. Today I want to tackle some of these misbeliefs by sharing 3 things that nonverbal does not mean…
Read MoreI have met so many amazing people through social media, so I have decided to start a new series on the blog called My Instagram Fam. I am constantly inspired by these accounts and I want to share them with you all today in the hope that you will be inspired, too! If you’re looking for great NICU resources, ideas, tips and information, follow these accounts!
Read MoreTeaching your baby simple signs is an additional form of communication. Sign language can help some children communicate with mom/dad before they are able to communicate via verbal speech.
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Read MoreSpina bifida is a neural tube defect that may be diagnosed during pregnancy (via ultrasound) or after birth. Hydrocephalus may or may not be present. It occurs when a portion of the neural tube does not fully close and usually requires surgery to repair...
Read MoreThis blog post was written by Emily Ong, who is was born with cerebral palsy and amniotic band syndrome. She is a fashion model and disability advocate and lives in Singapore. Emily and I met via social media and I am so honored to have her sharing her experiences with you today!
Read MoreIt’s officially been one year since I started #MacysMustReads and it has quickly become a blog favorite. If you’re new, I share my favorite books from each season, along with a quick synopsis and rating.
Read MoreMeet my sweet friend, Dr. Fleming Saballa! Fleming and I played D1 volleyball together for TCU and have been friends ever since! Fleming is a healthcare provider specializing in women and children and is sharing her top do’s and don’ts when considering a strong immunity and overall wellness for you and your children. The tips may seem simple, and they are! Building a strong immune system does not occur from a single action but from a series of repeated actions because our bodies rely upon a series of interdependent functions!
Read MoreI’ve been a Halo Top fan since I first discovered their ice cream during my college days. When Halo Top announced their new campaign, Stop Shoulding Yourself, I instantly fell even more in love.
As many of you know, I just celebrated one year of Macy Gilson Co., but what many of you don’t know is that the idea and mission behind Macy Gilson Co. started way before that.
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