Raising a Child with a Learning Challenge (ft. Quantissa Smith)

This conversation explores the challenges and experiences of raising a child with a learning disability, specifically ADHD. The speaker, Quantisa, shares her journey from initially denying her daughter's learning challenges to advocating for her education. She discusses the importance of getting a diagnosis, navigating the school system, and the role of parent involvement. Quantissa emphasizes the need for understanding and support from teachers and the impact of having a personalized education plan. She also shares coping strategies and the importance of finding outlets for stress and anxiety. The conversation highlights the importance of being an active and engaged parent in a child's education. In this conversation, Natasha discusses her experience as a mother navigating the challenges of raising a child with learning challenges. She shares her struggles with letting go of parental control as her daughter grows into adulthood and becomes more independent. Natasha also talks about the importance of managing workload and academic challenges and understanding different learning styles. She encourages other parents facing similar situations and emphasizes the need for patience and support. The conversation concludes with a fun, lightning round of questions. Contact Quantissa authenticaphase2.com #thevillageme #parenting #motherhood #momlife #podcast#podcastingwhileparenting #parentingwhileblack #spotifypodcaster #spotifypodcast #relatablemom