Tag: sensitivity
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12 Things You Should Avoid Saying to the Parent of a Child with Autism
Get Pregnant Fast When a parent mentions, “My child has autism,” it often leaves others unsure of how to react. While most people understand that an enthusiastic “Woohoo!” or a high-five is inappropriate, they tend to stumble over their words, shy away from eye contact, and make socially awkward comments before making a hasty exit…
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My Sensitive Daughter Doesn’t Need to Toughen Up
Get Pregnant Fast Loving my daughter often feels like gazing into a mirror—her expressions, her mannerisms, those moments when she retreats into her own thoughts. Most days, I find myself thinking, “You’re the version of me destined to avoid therapy later.” But then I remember she’s navigating the treacherous waters of middle school, a phase…
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Please Be Patient With My Sensitive Son
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting By Jamie Thompson Updated: Feb. 4, 2023 Originally Published: Feb. 4, 2023 It’s not uncommon for me to decline invitations for family outings with a polite “no thank you.” While it’s disappointing to miss out, I don’t regret it. My real regrets come from saying yes when I should have known…
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Substitute Teacher Ruins Holiday Spirit: ‘Santa Claus Isn’t Real’
Get Pregnant Fast A Massachusetts substitute teacher found herself in hot water after shattering the dreams of a group of second graders just days before Christmas. During story time at Colonial Park Elementary, this teacher made a startling announcement that left students in tears: “Santa Claus is just a character. There’s no such thing as…
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Why You Should Never Ask a Woman About Her Plans for Kids
Get Pregnant Fast “Why don’t you have children yet?” “Do you want to have kids?” “Are you considering having kids in the future?” These intrusive questions are all too familiar for many women who find themselves childless past a certain age. It’s perplexing why so many feel entitled to inquire about someone’s family planning. If…
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A Letter to My Sensitive Son
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast Dear Lucas, As your 6th birthday approaches, I find myself wanting to pause time and hold onto your tender spirit. In a world that often misinterprets sensitivity in boys as a weakness, I want you to know that your kindness and empathy are strengths. Never let anyone make you feel…
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I Used to Think My Daughter Was Just ‘Highly Sensitive’—Then I Learned She Has ADD
Get Pregnant Fast When my eldest child was just a year and a half old, I decided to enroll her in a Gymboree Play & Music class. The promise was enticing: a fun environment where my little one would engage, make friends, and I could take some time to unwind. As we entered the vibrant…
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Nurturing Our Children’s Softness in a Tough World
Get Pregnant Fast Back in my college days, I was part of the university’s swim team. With the intensity of competitive athletics, my teammates and I often leaned on a motto to push through grueling practices and tough times: “stay hard.” This phrase suggested a commitment to physical and emotional resilience, whether that meant enduring…
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‘We Cry as Men’: Empowering Boys to Embrace Their Emotions
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartwarming viral video, a karate teacher delivers a powerful message to his young male students: it’s perfectly acceptable to express emotions. The clip features an instructor, Marcus Thompson, who reassures a boy named Ethan after he struggles to break a wooden block, telling him, “It’s okay to cry.” This moment…