Danielle Sawyer
Danielle resides in O’Fallon with her husband Devon, two boys Harrison and Nolan, and three dogs! Danielle is a local Autism Teacher, who advocates for all abilities. Danielle and her son are both deaf/ hard of hearing— they’re a hearing aid/ cochlear implant household. Danielle’s hobbies include baking, riding four wheelers, exploring their property, sitting around a campfire, board games, and pinteresting crafts she most likely will never do! You can find The Sawyers at some of their favorite spots: Magic House, Big Joel’s Safari, and Indian Camp Creek!
Lessen the Load of a Working Mom
Working moms can’t do it all so how do you lessen the load?
There are 168 hours within a week.
On average, I work between 45-50 hours a week.
I commute an average of 5-7 hours a...
International Cochlear Implant Day: A Day for Hearing
February 25th is International Cochlear Implant Day.
A clock ticking.
Leaves crunching.
Rain pattering.
Birds chirping.
Normal day-to-day sounds.
Sounds I never heard … for 29 years.
My newborn son crying.
My newborn son cooing.
My son’s first word.
Sounds I didn’t hear …...
Freezer Meals for the Postpartum Mom
While recovering from giving birth and adjusting to life with a new baby, the last thing a new mom wants to stress about is meal planning.
Well, that and laundry ...
If your husband or significant...
STEM Toys: Great for your Infant and Toddler’s Christmas List
Wondering what to get your little one for the holidays? STEM Toys!
'Tis the Christmas shopping season!
While shopping for your child’s favorite character toy, also consider STEM toys. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math....
C-section Recovery Must-Haves
Help your C-section recovery go smoother with these tips!
October 13, 2017.
My first pregnancy. I had a normal labor. Quick. I took the epidural as soon as I could. Started pushing. Then. Everything went downhill....
Branson, Missouri : A Quick Weekend Getaway
This post was written early in the summer before COVID cases spiked. We encourage all families to research their travel destinations and take every possible precaution to travel safely at this time.
Looking for a...
Calling all Little Scientists: Discover Science with Me
Before Covid, the Science Center had an amazing Discovery Room for toddlers and young children. My son absolutely loved the rocket ship playground, sensory bins, dramatic play set up, space table, and ball pit....
Living in the Lou: Florissant Has All That and More!
Why do I love Florissant? History. Culture. Diversity. Hidden back roads. Amazing river views. 20 parks. And, the best neighbors anyone could ask for.
Florissant Valley Library, St. Louis County Library
195 N. New Florissant Road
This...
First Steps: Our Journey to Services and Support
March 2021 marks one year. One year of following my gut. One year of meetings. One year of multiple evaluations. One year of countless appointments. One year of advocating for my son. All during...
Cast Tips: Who Told 2021 to “Break a Leg”?
Take note: these cast tips will save you if your child ever breaks a leg!
My dad always told me, “When your child is hurt, you feel it.” When my 3-year-old son broke his leg...