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Cerebral Palsy

Baby holding handYou have just been told that your child has cerebral palsy

When you fInd out your child has cerebral palsy you might feel overwhelmed, shocked, angry and resentful, challenged or just sad. You may have never heard the words before and are wondering what it all means.

These pages will help to understand the nature of cerebral palsy and, just as importantly, help you and your family through the emotional journey ahead.

How did you get the news?
What is cerebral palsy
You and your partner
Helping your family to adjust - grandparents
Helping your family to adjust - brothers and sisters
Working with health professionals
The Spastic Centre's Children's Services