Tag: child development
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Navigating Motherhood with a Speech-Delayed Child
Get Pregnant Fast Being a mother to a child with speech delays can be a profound journey filled with a whirlwind of emotions. When my son was born with a genetic condition that often leads to language delays, I anticipated that his speech development would take longer than average. Unfortunately, as time moved on, the…
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Breaking the Cycle of Overprotective Helicopter Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a well-known truth that as we age, we often mirror our parents more than we’d like to admit. In our youth, we strive to break away from their influence, only to find ourselves adopting their habits and phrases when we embark on our own parenting journeys. Before we know it, we…
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Redefining ‘Normal’ in the Journey of Parenting a Child with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever been asked, “Is your other child normal?” How would you respond to that? This question was directed at me not long ago, and it prompted a deep reflection on the meaning of “normal.” According to Oxford Dictionaries, “normal” is defined as “conforming to a standard; usual, typical or expected.”…
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Navigating the Complexities of Raising a Gifted Child
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat across from the principal of a prestigious private school, I couldn’t shake the feeling that I looked more like a teenager than a concerned parent. I maintained a composed demeanor, attempting to keep my anxiety at bay while sharing just enough about my son’s educational journey with someone I…
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The Key to Nurturing Joyful and Well-Adjusted Kids
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to parenting, I consider myself quite knowledgeable—though I say this with a sense of humility, not arrogance. After all, I’m a parent myself, and I’m eager to share what I’ve learned along this journey. If you implement these guidelines, you can expect to raise happy and well-adjusted children who…
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Why I Choose Not to Hover Over My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Growing up, my mother was never one to hover. Instead, she encouraged me to play outside while she took care of household chores, like baking and visiting friends. It was a different time; children were expected to entertain themselves while their parents managed daily life without a second thought. Now, as I…
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Selecting the Ideal Preschool: A Brief Guide to Ensuring Your Child’s Success
Get Pregnant Fast As February rolls around, many parents find themselves contemplating a significant milestone: preschool enrollment. If you’re a parent of a child aged 2 to 4, this month signifies more than just Valentine’s Day and the anticipation of spring; it’s time to plan for your little one’s educational journey. There’s a popular article…
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10 Outrageously Absurd Arguments I’ve Endured With My 5-Year-Old
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always been a fan of engaging conversations. Whether sharing laughs or exchanging understanding glances, I thrive on social interactions. That was until I became a parent. The number of utterly perplexing, puzzling discussions I’ve had with my eldest child (the little one is still finding his words) must be well into…
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They Are All My Children: A Journey of Love and Growth
Get Pregnant Fast Throughout my life, I’ve had the immense joy of nurturing over a thousand children. They come from diverse backgrounds—some are black, some white; some are tall, others short; and they embody a myriad of identities—blue-eyed, pierced, gay, autistic, humorous, dramatic, brilliant, dyslexic, talented, transgender, outgoing, artistic, athletic, and everything in between. I’ve…