Tag: acceptance
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Understanding Differences: Embracing Uniqueness in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Once a week, I volunteer in my son’s classroom, and during a recent visit, I noticed a child’s surprise when he learned that my son participates in gymnastics. Curious, I asked why he was surprised, and he replied, “Oh, I thought his legs were still broken. He still wears those braces.” This…
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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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My Daughter May Be Transgender… And I’m Terrified
Get Pregnant Fast The internet is buzzing with conversations about gender identity, isn’t it? Terms like gender fluidity, transgender, and gender non-conforming are more common than ever. With high-profile celebrities making headlines for their transitions and gender-fluid models challenging conventional norms, we find ourselves in a whirlwind of opinions and discussions. And then there are…
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When Your Baby Needs Glasses
Get Pregnant Fast As an expectant mother, you often find yourself dreaming about your little one. Naturally, the top priority is a healthy baby, but we all have those visions of how our child will look. You may hope she inherits your grandmother’s blue eyes, wish he doesn’t have your partner’s nose, and, let’s be…
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How Running Helped Me Understand the True Meaning of Enough
Get Pregnant Fast I once dreamed of owning a “26.2” bumper sticker—the kind that proudly displays a marathon accomplishment beside those “My Child Is on the Honor Roll” stickers. But here’s the truth: my car has neither. In fact, I don’t even have that honor roll sticker. While I wouldn’t classify myself as particularly competitive…
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The Type of Friends I Desire
Get Pregnant Fast I yearn for friends who are present, friends who speak the truth. I seek companions who can meet my gaze and tell me when I’m being foolish or unreasonable, yet they love me all the same. I want friends who remind me that even in chaos, there will come a day when…
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The Heartache of Special Needs Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast I always imagined that we’d have more time — more time before the world began to notice my son’s unique qualities. I can anticipate the reactions from adults; I see those sympathetic smiles from older folks at the grocery store, the disapproving stares when my son struggles in public spaces, and the…
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Understanding Autism: A Journey of Love and Frustration
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s be real for a moment. I see you, Autism. Although we haven’t met in person, you’ve been a constant presence in our lives for over a decade. You are complicated and elusive, leaving teachers, therapists, and even my family scratching their heads. You’ve become a part of my reality, and yet…
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Beyond Tolerance: Embracing Differences in Parenting
Get Pregnant Fast Reflecting on my childhood, I often sensed that my parents had a limited tolerance for many of my choices. They made it clear when they were uneasy—like when I wanted to join friends for hamburgers at barbecues. I can almost picture my mom’s facial tic, a silent testament to her disapproval. Yet,…