The article chronicles the author's experience as a disabled mother who became a foster parent to K, a newborn, just a week old. Despite her physical limitations due to dysautonomia and hEDS, the connection formed between her and K proved to be a harmonious match. Their first trip to Lummi Island illustrates their bond, as the author finds joy and contentment in a week filled with reading, relaxing under the stars, and enjoying quiet moments with her daughter. This journey highlights the importance of adaptability and love in unique parenting situations.
My early months with her felt so natural. I had been disabled for six years. While on a hike, I developed dysautonomia, which is secondary to a genetic connective tissue disorder called hEDS.
Her high need for physical contact in infancy fit my need to rest all day. She didn't need a mom who could pace. She needed a mom who didn't get bored lying on the sofa.
Our week on Lummi was heaven. I read so many books that I joined the local library so that I could check out more.
I carried K on my lap, learning the hard way that air pressure changes can contribute to diaper blowouts, but the flight was, generally, fine.
Collection
[
|
...
]