Vyacheslav and Natalia - get acquainted with their history:

"I really wanted a child. And my man 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 is one thing, but changing your life for the sake of a child is another, you need to arrange priorities. Learn to give up something in favor of the baby. The man did not want this and I decided to raise the child 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 from He was like that. After all, he said that he loved. And all his love evaporated instantly. "Out of sight - out of 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 look into his eyes. Didn't play games. Examinations and going 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, but he does not speak. Even elementary things that are easy for other children. 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 happy sparks in his eyes, I am ready to overcome difficulties and obstacles.
Sincerely, Natalia Dub"