What to Do When Our Special Needs Kids Face Bullying
Op-Ed in The Baltimore Sun Monday, July 29th, 2024 | By Shari Bailey Click here to download the PDF Version.
How To Support Caregivers’ Mental Well-Being In The Workplace
After 20 years working in the health care manufacturing industry, I recently left my role as a product development and quality assurance professional to lead the nonprofit organization I founded that was inspired by my daughter who was diagnosed with a rare syndrome. I’ve witnessed firsthand the profound impact caregiving can have on our lives. While our […]
Laila’s Gift Offers Free Birthday Parties for Children with Special Needs
The following post is dedicated to two special angels who will always live in my heart: Ibby & Emma. I will love and cherish you forever! As a mom of two, I know firsthand that raising tiny humans is one of the biggest blessings on earth. While children are a gift, they also come with […]
Laila’s Gift: How One Mom Discovered Her Purpose When Her Daughter Was Born with Jacobsen Syndrome
By: New Orleans Mom Guest Author | January 30, 2025 | New Orleans Mom Celebrate Good Times With Laila’s Gift: National Launch of “Sunflower Field of Celebrations” for Children With Special Needs Laila’s Gift is proud to announce the launch of its Sunflower Field of Celebrations™ program nationally starting in April. This innovative program offers a […]
Shari Bailey of Laila’s Gift On 5 Reasons Why Women Build Great Companies
I think of the woman who provides a supportive environment for women to connect, collaborate, and grow their careers, creating job opportunities and networking. Women-led businesses are on the rise, and the data shows they often outperform their peers. From fostering strong company cultures to driving innovation and long-term success, women bring unique strengths to […]
Creating Magical Moments: How Laila’s Gift Brings Joy to Families
Planning a birthday party is always a special occasion, but when it comes to celebrating the big day for a child with disabilities, it can be an opportunity to create something truly magical. Every child deserves a party that reflects their unique personality, interests, and needs—a celebration where they feel included, loved, and truly at […]
10 Trailblazing Mompreneurs Shaping the Future of Business and Motherhood
These women prove you don’t have to choose between building a successful business and being a present parent. Motherhood and entrepreneurship are two of the most demanding yet rewarding roles a woman can take on. It requires resilience, vision, and the ability to juggle endless responsibilities. But these incredible mompreneurs prove that you don’t have […]
Spreading Joy, One Celebration at a Time
Laila’s Gift Launches National “Sunflower Field of Celebrations™” to Deliver Inclusive Party Experiences to Children with Special Needs Laila’s Gift is proud to announce the launch of its Sunflower Field of Celebrations™ program nationally starting in April. This innovative program offers a Celebration in a Box experience to children with special needs, ensuring that every child, regardless of their challenges, […]