postr/StutterJuly 18, 2022

3 year old son just imitated my stutter.

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3 year old son just imitated my stutter. Well, it happened. I have a stutter that flares up when I’m stressed or anxious and sometimes completely randomly. I’ve been determined to get it under control before my kids get older. But today my three-year-old son imitated my stuttering. I don’t think he was trying to be malicious or mean, he’s just doing what all little kids do and imitating their parents. It crushed me and hurt my feelings. I don’t really know what I need. Maybe just sharing with a community who understands.

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Parent & CaregiverEmotional Experience

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Early Concern & OnsetShame & Embarrassment