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Big Sister Olivia Streaks for Pediatric Stroke – Day 4
I know my Mom is going to write about how amazing Bright Ideas is tomorrow, but I can’t wait to go back this summer. I’m excited to see my old friends and go swimming. From Olivia, Evan’s 7 year old […]
Those Three Little Words
Those Three Little Words Evan: “I love you, Mom.” Me: “I love you too, Evan” Evan: “I love you, Mom.” Me: “I. Looovvvve. Youuuuu.” Evan: “Mom, you forgot to say something.” Me: “I love you TOO.” […]
Name the New Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association Mascot
We need your help! CHASA has been searching for a mascot and we were inspired by a very special penguin who lives at the Santa Barbara zoo. His name is Lucky, and he wears a special shoe like the ones […]
Pediatric Stroke Streak – Sometimes You Just Have to Shake Your Booty
Okay, follow me with this one. I believe in the power of a laughter and a sense of humor. Don’t get me wrong – there is nothing funny about the situation that Evie is in – it is very serious, […]
Big Sister Olivia Streaks for Pediatric Stroke – Day 3
Not sure what to say about this drawing today… Except, maybe that even when you are a kid, sometimes you wish you could be someone else. We all have good days and bad days. So, let’s try to be nice […]
Nothing Better Than a Great Snuggle When You Need it Most…
One of the things that I remember most about Evan from when he was an infant was how much he loved to be held and snuggled. I vividly recall, during my 10 weeks of maternity leave, that each day, Evan […]
Pediatric Stroke Survivor has the Heart of a Champion
This was not what we expected. I had a perfectly healthy 7 month old who just happened to have a cold and was teething at the same time. This caused dehydration and then he suffered a stroke. We were fortunate […]
Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month Proclamations in Your City and State
Let’s tell the world – and public officials – that Kids Have Strokes, Too! It’s easy and CHASA will help you. Just fill out CHASA’s Proclamation Form and we’ll send information to help you ask your state’s governor to declare […]
Evan’s Story
In September 2010, our second son was born after a troublesome pregnancy and c-section delivery. The medical staff had a rather difficult time getting Evan to respond at birth, noting that the lower half of his body was blue, which […]
Cleared for Takeoff
Teddy hasn’t been able to ride amusement park rides for a long time because of sensory issues, so we haven’t even thought of taking a trip in an airplane because of the risk involved (maybe he wouldn’t get on the […]
I Met a Girl
Mark says… It was my first CHASA (Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association) Retreat and I didn’t really know what to expect. Initially, I didn’t want to go because I thought I would feel out of place since I didn’t know […]
Yes she can!
Yes she can! Brooke was about 7 months old when she was diagnosed with Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy. After a great pregnancy, labor and delivery, this was a huge shock to us, and left us completely off guard. Her doctor told […]
Soccer Tips for Kids with Hemiplegia
I’m going to answer this as a former soccer player/coach/referee instead of the mom of a child with hemiplegia, since I know more about the first. Being a good soccer player is more about ball control than how hard you […]
