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Dr. Tyler Sexton

Dr. Tyler Sexton

Tyler Sexton, M.D., is a physician specializing in pediatrics, a remarkable feat for someone who was born with Cerebral palsy, a condition often resulting in physical and mental disability, blindness, and seizures. From a young age, his steadfast determination and faith in God enabled him to achieve his goals in spite of numerous obstacles that included painful operations and therapy, setbacks, disappointments, and the low expectations of others. Tyler is also a motivational public speaker and a co-author with his mom of two books titled God Bless These Little Legs and No Such Thing as Can’t. Learn more about Tyler at his website, tylersexton.com.

When Can a Baby Safely Sleep with a Blanket?

When can my baby safely sleep with a blanket? I’m worried about what might happen if I give her a blanket too early.

When Can I Introduce More Sensitive Foods like Peanut Butter to My Infant?

When can I safely introduce sensitive foods to my infant? I’m worried about accidentally giving my baby an allergy.

When Can a Baby Start Having Water?

When can my baby start having water? I want to make sure I don’t give her water too early.

Young, smiling woman giving a special needs girl a piggyback ride in a park

Encouraging Social and Behavioral Development in Children with Special Needs

Raising your child with special needs well is a marathon, not a sprint. Teaching social and behavioral skills will take time and energy.

Focus on the Family Broadcast

Overcoming the Obstacles of Cerebral Palsy (Part 2 of 2)

Lisa Sexton discusses her experiences with raising her special needs son, Tyler. Lisa and Tyler also share their amazing story of how, with God’s help, Tyler has overcome the limitations of his disability to become a physician. (Part 2 of 2)

Focus on the Family Broadcast

Overcoming the Obstacles of Cerebral Palsy (Part 1 of 2)

Lisa Sexton discusses her experiences with raising her special needs son, Tyler. Lisa and Tyler also share their amazing story of how, with God’s help, Tyler has overcome the limitations of his disability to become a physician. (Part 1 of 2)

What to Do When Your Child With Disabilities is Bullied

Dr. Tyler Sexton, a physician who has cerebral palsy, discusses the link between disabilities and bullying, and explains how parents can strengthen a disabled child before bullying occurs, recognize if their disabled child is being bullied, and respond to the child and others in a healthy and Christ-like way.

Raising a Child with Disabilities

Find Hope in Raising a Child with Disabilities

Dr. Tyler Sexton speaks from experience. As a child born with cerebral palsy, he overcame incredible odds to become a medical doctor. Now he treats kids with special needs. Here’s his encouragement for parents.