Tag: dwarfism
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Our Son Has Dwarfism, But It Won’t Define Him
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve been meaning to share our journey for quite some time, but finding the right words has proven to be a challenge. Now that my partner, Jamie, and I are in a good place, I want to tell our story to offer a fresh perspective. Perhaps it can also help others who…
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My Son’s Dwarfism: Embracing Our ‘Little Big’ Adventure
Get Pregnant Fast Four years ago, our lives took an unexpected turn when our son was born. Just days after bringing him home, the first night was a whirlwind of worry. Our sweet little boy cried endlessly, leaving my husband and me questioning everything. Is this typical? What have we signed up for? Was parenting…
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What I’ve Discovered About Life While Parenting My Child with Dwarfism
Get Pregnant Fast “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Today marks our son, Theo’s first birthday. What a remarkable milestone! I vividly recall the moment I first laid eyes on him — small, wailing, full of life —…
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I’m Hesitant About Treating My Son’s Condition
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: May 11, 2023 Originally Published: May 11, 2023 I never imagined I would find myself contemplating a treatment for my son’s condition. My son lives with a type of dwarfism. It’s important to clarify that this condition doesn’t mean he is unwell, nor does it inhibit his ability to form friendships…