Gifted and talented children are no exception. As parents, it is our privilege and responsibility to do our best to provide these things for our children. This is not to say that they are better or worse than any other child, but rather that they present unique challenges as well as opportunities for themselves and to us as parents. Although there is a tendency to see only this child's special attributes, we as parents have the responsibility to always see our child as a child first and second as gifted and talented. Spend time observing and interacting with your child.
Personal observation is the foundation for establishing realistic expectations.
Remember that your child will not be gifted or talented at everything. Most gifted children really excel in only a few areas. Allow for personal differences between you and your child. Accept that your child will not perform at a consistently high level all the time. Allow the home to be a safe haven to express emotions.