Holly, Author at Blind Motherhood

To All The Blind Moms Out There; I “See” You.

In Family/Relationships, Inspiration, Uncategorized /

March 11, 2017

/ By: Holly

To the blind mom feeling frustrated because her Uber driver refuses to allow her guide dog in the car and she’s late to her kid’s school recital … To the blind mom battling debilitating eye pain, attempting to instill her eye drops with one hand, while balancing an infant on her hip with the other… […]

Helping Students with Visual Impairments: A Resource Guide

In School Age /

March 8, 2017

/ By: Holly

Part of the mission of Blind Motherhood is to dedicate a portion of the website’s content space towards resources that can positively impact members of the blind and visually impaired community. As a social worker myself, I’ll admit I have pretty high standards, before recommending any “online guides” marketed towards people with vision loss. The […]

American Printing House For the Blind’s “FREE” Braille Tales

In Blind/VI Kids, Infants/Toddlers, Reviews /

March 8, 2017

/ By: Holly

With multiple studies indicating the tremendous benefits early reading has on childhood development, have you ever wondered, “How does a blind or visually impaired parent read to their child?” Depending on the parent’s current state of vision, there are many alternative methods for cultivating your child’s love of reading as a visually impaired parent. Some […]

Blind Mom Guilt: The Tale of the Big Girl Bed

In Family/Relationships, Infants/Toddlers /

February 25, 2017

/ By: Holly

Can I get real with you? Like, really, “R-E-A-L.”? I’m a total Type A, epic control freak. I’ll own it. When it comes to my daughters, I will literally drive myself crazy trying to make everything absolutely perfect for them – whether it’s planning their birthday parties or choosing just the right outfit for our […]

Crock Pot Old Fashioned Irish Stew

In Recipes /

February 5, 2017

/ By: Holly

I grew up in a home where we cooked and ate a lot of Italian food. Any meal without homemade sauce and a side of pasta was highly unusual. So when “Mostly Wonderful” brought me home to meet my future in-laws, getting used to their traditional meals was a bit of a culture shock – […]

Vision Aware: “9” Tips for Toddler Potty Training For Blind/VI Parents

In Health & Wellness, Infants/Toddlers, Uncategorized /

January 31, 2017

/ By: Holly

Potty training your toddler is an exciting time! On one hand, you’ve reached the point in parenthood when you’re ready to bid farewell to diaper duty. On the other hand, the realization that your baby isn’t really a “baby” anymore is enough to break any parent’s heart. Blind parents need to be organized and systematic […]

National Braille Press Valentine’s Card Spreads the Love

In Infants/Toddlers, School Age /

January 28, 2017

/ By: Holly

I’ll admit it; I’m a hopeless romantic! One of my absolute favorite holidays, Valentine’s Day, of course! Since becoming a mom, I’ve gotten my daughters into the spirit and together we make and mail dozens of Valentine’s Day cards every year. In our house, every recipient on our list receives “2” versions of Valentine’s – […]

To My Guide Dog’s Puppy Raisers: Thank You

In Guide Dogs, School Age /

January 20, 2017

/ By: Holly

I thought the sudden snow storm that Saturday morning was nature’s way of telling me I did not have to go tour pre-schools for my almost 4-year-old daughter. My husband, on the other hand, was hell-bent on not letting a little snow get in our way. We had arranged for baby-sitting with my in-laws and headed out […]

Vision Aware: Birth Options for Mothers Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired: “2” Cesarean Sections

In Fertility/Pregnancy, Health & Wellness /

January 18, 2017

/ By: Holly

Once a woman learns she’s about to have a child, her attention is immediately directed towards prenatal care. At the mid-point of pregnancy, approximately 20 weeks, doctors will begin discussing a birth plan with the expectant parents. A birth plan is a document that lets your medical team know your preferences for your delivery, including […]

5 Years, 5 Poignant Lessons Learned Though Blindness

In Health & Wellness, Inspiration /

January 5, 2017

/ By: Holly

“Alive Day” is a term used by soldiers who have been wounded in battle physically, mentally, or sometimes both. It’s the anniversary of the day their lives changed, surviving the impossible, while being unprepared for the emotional aftermath that will undeniably follow. While I’m not a veteran, I too have a distinct “Alive Day.” January 3rd 2012 […]