Challenges of Sending Special child to an inclusive school

My daughter has delayed speech. She has autism. Every morning before school, I wonder, what if she doesn’t like something but can’t tell me? She wants to be treated as an equal. Yet being on the spectrum, she’s often seen 

as different—not because of misbehavior by teachers, but because of a perceived difference no one wants. And I know she notices it.

When she comes home, I let her be. I don’t interfere—I let her jump, play, and explore freely. After an hour, I gently step in with our RDI-based home activities. We laugh, play, listen to music, and then I take her to the therapy center.

Each day I pray for her speech. I work on her communication, with positive parenting, patience, and love. I promise myself to continue small daily efforts to encourage her expression. I’ll watch over her emotional well-being while supporting her growth. And I will nourish my own emotional and physical health too—because if I, as a mother, thrive, only then can my daughter thrive.

This journey of raising a special needs child reminds me every day: she chose me for a reason. I must nurture myself first—through self-care, advocacy, and building emotional resilience—so I can pass on strength and values to her.

-Ajita

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