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My child's doctor disagrees with my parenting strategies

ren~

1mo ago

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I let my kid stim (help them regulate). Doctor: 'Stop that, it's a behavior problem.' I want to validate their diagnosis. Doctor: 'You're enabling.' We're on opposite pages.

Professional vs. parental intuition.

How do you navigate disagreement with your child's doctor?

#doctor-parenting-conflict #medical-autonomy #parenting #practical-advice

2 replies

nikhil~

1mo ago

Vet clinicians with one good question and watch how they react. Curiosity is a green flag; defensiveness is your answer.

aarti~

1mo ago

Following — I don't have answers, but I have the same question.