The family support is so important, as my wife and I have daughter, now eleven with down syndrome. Not specifically mentioned but you alluded to, is the need for respite. Maintaining a strong marriage requires time as a couple together and that is tough for many parents especially those with children that have disabilities. Finding the time to send as husband and wife and finding a trusted person(s) that can watch your child for a weekend together is hard.
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Mark,
The family support is so important, as my wife and I have daughter, now eleven with down syndrome. Not specifically mentioned but you alluded to, is the need for respite. Maintaining a strong marriage requires time as a couple together and that is tough for many parents especially those with children that have disabilities. Finding the time to send as husband and wife and finding a trusted person(s) that can watch your child for a weekend together is hard.