The biggest mistake that many parents and caregivers of special needs children make is not taking the time to take care of themselves. You have a great responsibility, and you are not going to be able to take care of your child if you are not taking care of yourself. Don’t feel guilty about going out to eat with some friends or seeing a movie with your significant other. Speaking of significant others, make sure that you take time for them. Many parents of special needs children end up divorcing because they do not take the time to work on their relationship. A Healthy Marriage + A Happy You = A Happy Child.