The Heartbreak Of Having A Misunderstood Child

About this episode

The episode discusses a father's challenges with his misunderstood child at school and offers advice on supporting the child at home.

Today on the show, we hear a heartbreaking but all too common dilemma from a dad whose child is struggling to be understood at their school. Gen and Amy offer some advice for this parent on how to support their child at home. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Hosts: Amy Gerard, Gen Muir

Topics covered

• parenting
• child development
• school struggles
• supporting children
• family advice

Keywords

• misunderstood child
• parenting advice
• school issues
• family support
• child struggles

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: DM Podcasts

Books & works: Strap Yourself In, Little People, Big Feelings

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