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132: Supporting Parents of Children with Special Needs: Fun with Magic Tricks- Gorillagician
Summary
In this episode of the Young Dad Podcast, Jey interviews Harry the Gorillagician, a gorilla who performs magic and is also a dad to a son with Angelman syndrome. They discuss the unique challenges and joys of parenting a child with special needs, the importance of mental health for everyone, and the need for understanding and support from others. They also touch on the role of high expectations in parenting and the importance of enjoying the process of watching children learn and grow. The conversation covers the importance of being a coach and a supportive parent in children's sports activities. It emphasizes the role of parents in creating bonding moments and celebrating their children's accomplishments. The challenges of co-parenting and raising a special needs child in different states are also discussed. The conversation concludes with some fun magic tricks and the advice to set high standards for children and instill in them their true worth.
Takeaways
Parenting a child with special needs comes with unique challenges and joys.
Mental health is important for everyone, including children and parents.
Understanding and support from others is crucial for parents of children with special needs.
Setting high expectations for children can help them rise to the challenge and achieve more.
Parents should sit back, relax, and enjoy the process of watching their children learn and grow. Being a coach and a supportive parent in children's sports activities is important for their development and bonding.
Parents should create bonding moments and celebrate their children's accomplishments.
Co-parenting and raising a special needs child in different states present unique challenges.
Setting high standards for children and instilling in them their true worth is crucial.
Magic tricks can be a fun way to engage with children and create memorable experiences.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
08:00 The Gorilla Perspective
27:05 Setting Expectations
35:08 The Benefits of Team Sports
45:50 Challenges of Co-Parenting and Raising a Special Needs Child
53:49 Setting High Standards for Your Children
01:00:19 The Best Revenge is to Live Well
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