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HELPING YOUR HIGH-NEEDS CHILD THRIVE

 Modern Mommy Doc


PUBLICATION DATE:

August 27, 2020

HELPING YOUR HIGH-NEEDS CHILD THRIVE

 Modern Mommy Doc

CATEGORY: PARENTING + KIDS

When you have a high-needs child – a little one with developmental, physical, or behavioral challenges like anxiety or ADHD – understanding how to help him or her thrive can feel like a full-time job. This week on the podcast, Dr. Whitney gets personal about how to take care of your kid (and yourself), especially during uncertain times.

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