Raising a Left-Handed Child

In case you are still in the dark, your left-handed child was born that way. Just the same as right-handed children. It's not a choice they make or a matter of strengthening their right hand. One rather strong theory says it's the father's genes that carry the DNA for left-handed orientation. So instead of trying to convince your left-handed child to switch hands, be grateful you gave them this unique gift.

Being left-handed is unique. Some estimates place the percentage of humans that are born left-handed at around 10 percent of the population. That makes us lefties a charming minority! As a grown-up who is still left-handed (in spite of the best efforts of some of my early teachers) I feel very honored to be part of this talented group.

You can help your left-handed child by raising your own knowledge level about left-handedness. Understand the challenges your child faces in this society that is geared for right-handed people. Many studies have proved that helping your child builds their confidence. But, hindering your child causes them many problems, including health risks.

There are books that can help you as a parent, there are websites, including Left-Handed World, with lots of information about being left-handed, written by left-handed people. Take advantage of the information, suggestions and tips. These will help you help your left-handed child.