Raising the perfectly imperfect child: facing the challenges with strength, courage, and hope

The father of Nick Vujicic, one of the world's most beloved persons with a disability, shares candidly the mistakes and successes in raising a child with unique challenges - from birth to an independent and satisfying adulthood. Nick Vujicic acknowledges that overcoming his physical challenges would have been impossible without the wise and effective efforts of his parents and family. Nick's father, Boris, tells the story of what it took to parent such a unique child. And he offers insight and practical advice to any parent raising a child with special needs.;The Perfectly Imperfect Child -- A Shocking Birth -- A New Normal -- Blessed Are His Children -- The Medical Maze -- Brothers and Sisters -- Nick in the Mainstream -- Roots and Wings -- Growing Together Not Apart -- A Matter of Faith. “You may lack limbs, but don't let that define what you can or can't do.” That’s the life-changing advice Boris Vujicic spoke to his son, Nick, who was born without arms or legs. With the help of his parents, Nick has become an internationally-known inspirational speaker, a best-selling author, the founder of the non-profit organization Life Without Limbs and, most importantly, a loving and responsible husband and father himself. But Nick’s journey didn’t start there. Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child is the inspiring, powerfully transparent story of how two unprepared and overwhelmed parents–Boris and Dushka Vujicic–overcame their grief, fears, and badly shaken faith to raise such an accomplished, faith-filled, and perfectly imperfect son. Through their stories, Boris offers practical advice and encouragement for all parents facing a “new normal” when raising a special needs or unique child. With tenderness, he addresses the spiritual, emotional, and financial challenges, and offers insights on how to equip a child for happiness and success in life. Your Guide to Giving Your Child with Special Needs LOVE, ROOTS, & WINGS A Special...Rewarding Journey Told from the perspective of a humble father, who at times questioned God and his own worthiness, this book addresses the unique challenges of raising a special needs child. Facing a mountain of doubts and debt, the Vujicics feared their son would never be able to get out of bed, let alone receive an education, support himself, or have a family of his own. And they questioned how a loving Father in heaven could have allowed this to happen. Yet once they gave up their narrow expectations for the perfect child, their imperfect son taught them that there are no limits to what a determined, faith-filled, and unstoppable individual can accomplish with the help of supportive parents and a caring God. Boris candidly addresses this family’s journey as Nick becomes aware of–and overcomes–the extent of his disabilities, as well as bullying, despair, and suicidal impulses. Other challenges included the stress a child with a disability put on their marriage and not neglecting the needs of their other children. Overflowing with inspiration and practical advice, Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child helps every parent understand that they can find the strength to give a child what is needed, despite the challenges faced. And the results include the rewards of a satisfying and joyful spiritual life. The father of Nick Vujicic, one of the world's most beloved persons with a disability, candidly shares the mistakes, challenges and successes he and his wife faced in raising Nick from birth to an independent and satisfying adulthood.'You may lack limbs, but don't let that define what you can or can't do.'That's the life-changing advice Boris Vujicic spoke to his son, Nick, who was born without arms or legs. With the help of his parents, Nick has become an internationally-known inspirational speaker, a best-selling author, the founder of the non-profit organization Life Without Limbs and, most importantly, a loving and responsible husband and father himself.Told from the perspective of a father who at times questioned God and his own worthiness, this book addresses the unique challenges of raising a special needs child. Through their stories, Boris offers practical advice and encouragement for all parents facing a'new normal'when raising a special needs or unique child. With transparency and tenderness, he addresses the spiritual, emotional and financial challenges, as well as offering insight on how to equip a child for happiness and success in life.Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child is the inspiring, powerfully transparent story of how two unprepared and overwhelmed parents overcame their grief, fears, and badly shaken faith to raise such an accomplished, faith-filled and perfectly imperfect son. You may lack limbs, but don't let that define what you can or can't do.' That's the life-changing advice Boris Vujicic spoke to his son, Nick, who was born without arms or legs. With the help of his parents, Nick has become an internationally-known inspirational speaker, a best-selling author, the founder of the non-profit organization Life Without Limbs and, most importantly, a loving and responsible husband and father himself. Told from the perspective of a father who at times questioned God and his own worthiness, this book addresses the unique challenges of raising a special needs child. Through their stories, Boris offers practical advice and encouragement for all parents facing a 'new normal' when raising a special needs or unique child. With transparency and tenderness, he addresses the spiritual, emotional and financial challenges, as well as offering insight on how to equip a child for happiness and success in life. Raising the Perfectly Imperfect Child is the inspiring, powerfully transparent story of how two unprepared and overwhelmed parents overcame their grief, fears, and badly shaken faith to raise such an accomplished, faith-filled and perfectly imperfect son. You may lack limbs, but don't let that define what you can or can't do. Thats the life-changing advice Boris Vujicic spoke to his son, Nick, who was born without arms or legs. With the help of his parents, Nick has become an internationally-known inspirational speaker, a best-selling author, the founder of the non-profit organization Life Without Limbs and, most importantly, a loving and responsible husband and father himself. But Nicks journey didnt start there. This is the inspiring, powerfully transparent story of how two unprepared and overwhelmed parentsBoris and Dushka Vujicicovercame their grief, fears, and badly shaken faith to raise such an accomplished, faith-filled, and perfectly imperfect son. Through their stories, Boris offers practical advice and encouragement for all parents facing a new normal when raising a special needs or unique child. With transparency and tenderness, he addresses the spiritual, emotional, and financial challenges, as well as offering insight on how to equip a child for happiness and success in life.