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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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It’s Not About Whether Our Kids Are ‘Gifted’
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jessica Davis When my son Liam was born, he quickly revealed himself to be an exceedingly curious child. Rather than crawling or walking, he preferred to listen attentively as I read to him or babble away about his favorite stories. As he transitioned into toddlerhood, his passion for learning only…
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Navigating the Journey of a Twice-Exceptional Child
Parenting Get Pregnant Fast When I first recognized that my son, Leo, was both exceptionally gifted and faced learning challenges, a wave of self-blame washed over me. It’s a common reaction, isn’t it? You think, “If he’s reading at a higher level, then I must not have done enough to support his handwriting skills.” The…
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7 Insights I Want You to Understand About My Gifted Child
Get Pregnant Fast A few months after my son came into my life, I found myself completely drained. Between breastfeeding and sleepless nights, it felt like he was draining all my energy. As he transitioned from a newborn to an infant, things only seemed to escalate. He was an incredibly picky eater, clinging stubbornly to…
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Navigating the Challenges of Raising a Gifted Child
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting can be a rollercoaster ride, especially when your child possesses extraordinary abilities. How do you confide in fellow parents about the challenges of raising a gifted child without coming across as boastful? We’ve all heard the term “humble brag” (think “I’m so stressed packing for my upcoming trip!”), and it can…