Dear Parents, I Get it. Here’s my story. Simply Social Kids

Dear Parents, I Get it. Here’s my story.

Nadine Briggs

When parents confide in me about the challenges their children face in forming friendships, I can feel the weight of their words. Their voices betray the depth of their sorrow, and I empathize completely. As a parent myself, raising a daughter with Down syndrome and a son with ADHD, I intimately understand the struggles and heartaches involved. This is my story.

Watch this video to learn about my personal journey with my two kids.

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