Raising Kids Who Think Differently: Dyslexia, Identity, and Learning Outside the Box with Nancy Lasater
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Dr. Whitney Casares discusses dyslexia and parenting with author Nancy Lasater.
What happens when a child grows up feeling “different” without the language to understand why? In this episode of The Modern Mommy Doc Podcast, Dr. Whitney Casares sits down with author Nancy Lasater to discuss her novel Farmer’s Son , a powerful story exploring dyslexia, identity, family dynamics, and the lifelong impact of being misunderstood as a child. Together, they explore how learning differences shape confidence, why many neurodivergent kids come into their own on their own timeline, and how parents can shift from rigid expectations toward supporting who their child truly is. This episode is a thoughtful conversation about parenting outside the box, redefining success, and helping kids feel safe, seen, and supported. Read more .
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