More Than a Diagnosis: Stories of Hurdles Hope and Possibility from Parents of Children Who Are Differently-Abled

What do you want the world to know about your child?What is raising a child who is differently-abled like for you as a parent?These are two of the many questions Jessica Burdg asked the families youll meet in More Than a Diagnosis a compilation of sixteen poignant profiles from her ongoing blog series Stories of Hope. Here parents share their most painful moments as well as their triumphs big and small from the front lines of their living rooms schools doctors offices and more-all so you may find solace recognition and inspiration in their accounts. Included are stories of families whose children have conditions like autism ADHD cerebral palsy epilepsy rare genetic conditions traumatic brain injuries or others. As unique as each childs journey is common threads emerge: Pursuing different treatments. Rejecting limitations. Choosing hope. Theres no sugar-coating it; these stories are raw. They are real. They will change you.One hundred percent of the proceeds from the sale of this book will benefit the Who Is Carter Foundation which fully funds The Brain Possible. Both organizations support differently-abled children and their families.