When You Have to Escalate: The Special Needs Mamma Bear’s Chronicle

Christine E. Staple Ebanks2024-09-19T18:54:17+00:00 Being a parent advocating for a child with disabilities has taught me that, despite all the skills and experience I’ve gained over the years, there are times when it’s simply not enough. You fight, use your voice, document everything, engage with the system, attend meeting...

If We Could All Be More Like Nathan

Christine E. Staple Ebanks2025-05-16T19:20:01+00:00 When we think of role models, we often picture people who've achieved great things and are good at making wealth. We aspire to be successful business leaders, celebrities, innovators, artists, athletes, scientists, philanthropists, public figures, and even social media influencers who are well-known and celebrated...

How to Overcome Challenges as a Self-Employed Authorpreneur or Social Advocate in the Social Media Field

Christine E. Staple Ebanks2024-09-19T20:57:34+00:00 One of the many questions I get asked is, "How do you keep up with social media use in your business and work?" As a busy mother of children, one of whom has special needs, a parent-professional advocate, author, speaker, and entrepreneur, my life is...

Every Child Matters

Christine E. Staple Ebanks2024-06-02T11:49:09+00:00 Welcome back to the blog! Today, I want to share something special with you—deeply personal and close to my heart- the truth that every child matters, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. So, let’s get cozy and dive right into the nitty-gritty, shall we? Imagine sitting...

Imperfectly Perfect

Christine E. Staple Ebanks2024-06-02T11:49:10+00:00 Since 1996, I've been on a journey of discovery that began with motherhood. I vividly recall the overwhelming feelings I experienced when my first child, Adrianne, was born. During my pregnancy, I devoured every piece of literature I could find, with Heidi Markoff’s "What to...