Emily Simpson is prioritizing her family now. The Real Housewives of Orange County star recently opened up about her parental struggles, which took a serious turn after her 10-year-old son, Luke, developed a health scare. It all began when the 10-year-old was diagnosed with the rare Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), which can seriously affect his physical and emotional health. Talking about dealing with the challenge as a mother, Simpson told E! News that the diagnosis has not just impacted Luke, but even left an emotional mark on her two kids.
"When we were deep in it, it was difficult and I probably didn't spend as much time with Keller and Annabelle as we should have," Simpson said. Regarding her eldest daughter, Annabelle, 12, Simpson explained that, although strong and confident in her personality, her daughter had confided in her about feeling neglected during the whole episode.
Emily Simpson shares parenting struggles
Emily Simpson acknowledged that her daughter's feelings were understandable because she and her husband were busy making their son, Luke, get the required help from therapists and food specialists. That stride made her shift her focus from her family.
The 49-year-old continued that the emotional toll was not just limited to Annabelle. Luke's twin, Keller, struggled in his own way when he witnessed his brother lashing out and behaving in certain ways. Processing the incidents was difficult for him, and she decided to put him and Luke in therapy where they could open up about their feelings.
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