Day 11: The Stress of Regression

By now, you’ve realized that you cannot recreate a classroom inside your living room or kitchen. As we all embarked on our third week of mandatory homeschooling today, some parents have already begun to notice a regression in their child’s skills. Perhaps your child is having more toileting accidents now, or is mouthing toys and other objects. Or maybe your child has become more aggressive and less communicative, or is displaying maladaptive behaviors that you had not observed in months. Regression is heartbreaking for any parent to see, especially those parents who fight hard each year for an appropriate special education. It may feel like all of the progress you fought for is now becoming undone, right before your eyes.

Before you unravel yourself, please know that your time, energy, and resources have not been wasted. If you’re concerned about your child’s loss of skills during this pandemic, you’re not alone. Book a virtual consultation on my website to discuss your options: https://www.msrlegal.org/book-your-consultation. And, continue to follow me on Instagram at @msrlegalconsulting for the latest updates on special needs parenting in the wake of Covid-19.

Until next time, stay safe,

Oroma

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