Thank God I went to college for this LOL

Much to many people's surprise, the state of NC has WONDERFUL programs that are free or very little cost to parents of children with disabilities (although I wouldnt consider my child disabled). They are therapists that specialize in many different fields and help parents and children overcome whatever challenges they may have. In my previous post I mentioned our personal audiologist, before her we had a speech pathologist who introduced us to the NC Early Intervention program for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. I must also say that all of these women so far have blown me out of the water with not only their knowledge, but their passion for the kids and families they serve. We will also be working with the Chidren's Developmental Services Agency to ensure that Lilli meets her milestones in other areas where some children w/ hearing loss have problems, ie Speech and walking. I honestly feel that while this isnt what any parent wishes for their child, I know that God knew what he was doing 6 years ago when he guided me into the birth-kindergarten special education department. He was preparing me for this day, the day I realize that I am going to have to fight for my daughter, be her voice, and advocate for any services she may need! Lilli will have an interventionist coming out every other week to do play therapy with her for now, and if needed more services as she gets older, such as speech, just to make sure she develope appropriatly, although I know she wont need it because she is amazing and He is amazing! :)