Vicki Christensen
Uniquely, Fully, Enough
Special Education Advocate-Special Education Advocacy Certificate from the University of San Diego, Member of the Council of Parent Attorneys & Advocates (COPAA), Parent of a Neurodivergent 21-year-old, and Author of Uniquely, Fully, Enough
San Diego, California
BOOK COVER
BOOK DETAILS
Pub Date: March 16, 2026
Genre: Memoir/Inspiration
Publisher: Blue Glasses Advocacy
Page Count: 171
Format: Paperback and Ebook
ISBN: 979-8-9941972-0-2 (PB), 979-8-9941972-1-9 (ebook)
Price: $14.99
ABOUT THE BOOK
When her son, Luke, was born with a rare chromosome disorder, Vicki Christensen became fluent in a language she never intended to learn: medical terminology, early intervention, and IEPs, all while witnessing the relentless effort her child poured into every single milestone.
Parenting a neurodivergent child can be exhausting, beautiful—and at times overwhelming. Vicki ’s book, Uniquely, Fully, Enough, is both an unflinching memoir and a practical guide for parents determined to navigate this journey without losing their sanity or their sense of self. Drawing from her experience as a special education advocate and as a parent, Vicki blends raw, intimate storytelling with actionable strategies and the hard-won wisdom she gathered along the way. She tackles essential topics such as:
- Processing your child’s diagnosis
- Navigating the uncertainty of the early years and the school system
- Protecting your marriage while parenting a child with special needs
- Supporting your child’s transition into adulthood
From chaos and profound uncertainty to joy and unexpected moments of grace, Vicki never glosses over the reality of parenting off the “typical” path. Instead, she offers tools, perspective, and encouragement—helping parents advocate confidently, care for their own well-being, and build resilience through community and connection. Uniquely, Fully, Enough is a reassuring companion for anyone caring for a neurodivergent child—one that sits with you in the hardest moments and helps you find the light threaded through them.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Founder of Blue Glasses Advocacy and mother of a 21-year-old with global developmental delays who proudly wears blue glasses, Vicki Christensen empowers parents with the knowledge and tools to navigate disability rights and is passionate about advocating for families through the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.
She holds a Special Education Advocacy Certificate from the University of San Diego, is a member of the Council of Parent Attorneys & Advocates (COPAA), and co-founder of the Special Education Advisory Committee. She was also awarded the North County Consortium for Special Education-2023 Collaborative Parent Appreciation Award and organizes inclusive community events.
Vicki supports parents and guardians of students in special education by providing effective advocacy strategies to foster positive, collaborative relationships at school. Her work, both in advocacy and in parenting, combines expertise, empathy, and firsthand insight, making her uniquely qualified to guide and inspire families navigating the challenges and triumphs of raising a neurodivergent child. Vicki resides in San Diego with her husband, 2 sons, and golden retriever, where she is deeply connected to the special needs community.
Learn more at: www.blueglassesadvocacy.com or on Instagram @blueglassesadvocacy
TALKING POINTS
- Parent of a 20-year-old son with a rare chromosome disorder; memoir shares real-life parenting challenges, wins, and humor.
- Focuses on neurodiversity, advocacy, and self-advocacy in school and life.
- Explores the emotional journey: isolation, grief, hope, and connection for parents of neurodiverse children.
- Highlights practical lessons: mistakes, wins, and strategies parents can apply in real life.
- Shows the power of humor and resilience even in the hardest moments.
- Celebrates small victories, like children learning to speak up for themselves, and emphasizes the importance of noticing them.
- Offers a candid, relatable perspective missing in most parenting or special-needs memoirs.
- Ideal media angles: parenting & special needs, education & advocacy, memoir with humor and heart.
- Vicki Christensen’s eldest child, Luke, is one of two people on the planet recognized with his particular global developmental delay and was honored with a magazine cover and feature as a toddler.
- Community guerilla efforts can often be overlooked in their efficacy among school districts. Vicki can give ideas to parents and educators to get started.
- Neurodivergent is an expansive umbrella term. Why it is so important to understand the language around neurodivergency when discussing a child’s education.
- Trust but verify: Why and how parents need to educate themselves first before they fight for their children’s education.
- Vicki is the founder of Blue Glasses Advocacy, which focuses on helping families navigate the special education and IEP minefield.
TIMELY TIE-INS
March
- Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
- National Trisomy Awareness Month
April
- Neurodiversity Celebration Month
- Stress Awareness Month
- National IEP Writing Day — April 6th
May
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- National Provider Appreciation Day — May 8th
- Mother’s Day — May 12th
June
- Stand for Children Day — June 1st
- Neurodiversity Pride Week — June 10-17
- Rare Chromosome Disorder Awareness Day — June 19th
July
- Disability Awareness Month
August
- Happiness Happens Month
- We Love Memoirs Day — August 31st
October
- ADHD Awareness Month
- Special Education Awareness Month
- World Mental Health Day — October 10th
November
- National Family Caregivers Month
SUGGESTED INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
- What do you wish you knew or wish someone had told you 20+ years ago when your journey first began?
- What do siblings of children with disabilities need most from parents?
- When did you realize you couldn’t do this alone, that you needed a village? Who is part of your village and how do parents go about finding these people that extend beyond family?
- What is the most important thing parents can do to prepare for an IEP meeting?
- When did you realize it’s okay to let some relationships go?
- What do you want professionals (teachers, therapists, doctors) to understand after reading your book?
- Parenting a child with special needs can be intense and nonstop. What does pacing yourself actually look like in your day‑to‑day life?
- What boundaries have you had to set, with schools, doctors, family, even yourself, to stay afloat?
- What does self‑care realistically look like for you, in the middle of a busy week?
BOOK DETAILS
Pub Date: May 17, 2022
Genre: Memoir / Christian Inspirational
Publisher: She Writes Press
Page Count: 304
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 978-1647429003
Price: $15.99