A Mother's Heart: Memoir of a Special Needs Parent - Paperback

by Susan Hughes (Editor), Eeva Lancaster (Editor), Eichin Chang-Lim (Author)

It can be lonely parenting a special-needs child, but you are not alone. A Memoir / Self Help book by Dr. Eichin Chang-Lim. Parenting is a challenging journey, especially when raising a child who requires extra attention. There are days when it feels as if you're trapped in a dark cave with no way out. The lonesomeness and helplessness exhaust you. You may be looking for some words of inspiration to know that you are not alone. A Mother's Heart is a book for any parent in a similar circumstance. This book is written by a mother raising a special needs son with a genetic disorder. It encapsulates both the elements of a memoir and a self-help book. The author candidly shares her need to make heart-wrenching decisions throughout the journey, including family life and working with the school systems. This is a book not only helpful for parents with a special needs child, it will also give insights to individuals who may encounter or be involved with parents of special needs children.

Author Biography

Dr. Eichin Chang Lim is an optometrist by day, an author by night, a wife, and a mother to 2 children. She and her husband have a private optometry practice in Los Angeles and lives in Orange County, CA. Eichin modeled during college in Taiwan and was in several short films, including the comedy Indy/feature film "Winning Formula" as a supporting role. Besides acting and writing, she loves opera, classical music and a big bear hug. Learn more about the author at: eichinchanglim.com Connect on Twitter: @EichinChangLim