Get to Know Raising Addy

Learning is a journey, not a destination

Hi! My name is Christine, and I’m the mom of three beautifully different daughters. Each of them is unique and amazing in her own way. I am also a special needs mom, which brings an entirely new meaning to motherhood and caregiving.

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Motherhood is challenging for everyone, but raising a child with special needs adds another layer that many people may not fully understand. My daughter Addy is my special needs child. She is on the spectrum and has apraxia, low muscle tone, sensory processing challenges, and a genetic disorder. My other two daughters, Alex and Andi, are typical children navigating their own childhood experiences.

I created Raising Addy not only to help other parents and caregivers, but also to help myself navigate the ups and downs of raising a child with special needs while caring for my other two daughters and working full time. It’s not always easy, but every morning I wake up committed to being the best mom I can be.

Raising Addy is a place where parents and caregivers can come to learn, share, listen, and discover helpful information and resources that I’ve encountered throughout the journey of raising Addy, who is now 12 years old.

I also created The Adventures of Addy, a children’s book series inspired by Addy’s real-life experiences. Through these stories, I hope to help children feel seen, supported, and encouraged as they navigate new experiences and challenges. You can learn more about the books and purchase them on Amazon through The Adventures of Addy page.

This space is not intended to provide medical advice or treatment. Instead, it is meant to be a supportive place where families can gather information, find resources, and feel less alone on their journey.

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