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Vyacheslav and Natalia

Here's their story told by his mother:

“I really wanted a child. And my husband too. But when I got pregnant, I realized that the man with whom I am in a relationship is not ready for such a responsibility. Wanting this is one thing, but changing your life for the sake of a child is another. You need to set priorities, learn to sacrifice in favor of the baby. The man did not want this and I decided to raise the child by myself. Later, when parting, he refused to take part in our life, abandoned the child. I was crushed and morally broken by this. I did not expect this from him After all, he said that he loved us. And all his love evaporated instantly. "Out of my sight - out of my mind" - as he told me.

I endured pregnancy and childbirth. The little son has become my joy. It was hard, but I managed. My parents helped me. Around half a year, we began to notice oddities. Slavik did not make eye contact, didn't play games. Examinations and visits to the doctors began. And a terrible diagnosis - autism. I went through all the stages of emotional experiences. From denial to acceptance.

Permanent rehabilitation in the hospital. Classes with specialists, special conditions, a special kindergarten, medicines, the struggle for survival.

Now Slavik is 8 years old. I'm trying to fill his life with joy. Walks outside, games, trips to different places (where a modest budget allows). He loves the water and this summer he learned to swim. Such small achievements make me happy and fill me with pride. Even a new learned and spoken word is already progress. Yes, he is behind in development and he does not speak. Even elementary things that are easy for other children can be difficuld for him. But I love him the way he is. Because his eyes tell me that he loves me too, very, very much. And for the sake of the sparks of the happiness in his eyes, I am ready to overcome difficulties and obstacles.