?You Don?t Like Her, Do You??: Michael Phelps Could Read His Mother?s Face After Bringing His Girlfriends Around Her, Revealed in 2016

Michael Phelps, the greatest Olympian ever, stunned the world of sports from an early age. The 23-time Olympic gold medalist swimmer was diagnosed with ADHD at a young age. Ms. Debbie Phelps, his mother, has played an instrumental role in shaping his character, career, and life. In an interview after the 2016 Rio Olympics, she shared how Phelps interpreted her reactions when he brought any female friends around.

Phelps? parents divorced when he was 9. Ever since then, Debbie raised her three children as a single parent. As an educator, she helped Phelps build practices to deal with the obstacles he faced because of the condition. The swimming legend shares a close connection with his mom. In the 2016 interview, Debbie is seen with Nicole and his firstborn. She also discussed her feelings about Nicole and Phelps getting back together.

Michael Phelps has a knack for reading his mom?s mind

The video features a candid talk with Debbie and Nicole. While?Phelps? roaring finish was the subject of jubilation, he had something else to look forward to?his wedding with his long-time companion and mother of their firstborn, Boomer.

While Debbie expressed joy over the union of Nicole and Michael, she threw light on how Phelps would know whether she liked his girlfriends or not.??When he would bring someone around me, he could read on my face,??Debbie?said.??You don’t like her, do you???she said of how Phelps understood what she thought.?

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Speaking about what she thought about the couple, she expressed her joy. Besides, when Phelps said he was determined to make it work, she recounted saying,??That’s what I want you to do.?

Debbie was Phelps? strong advocate

Debbie, despite being a single parent, made enormous efforts to raise her children. She went to college while her second child was in high school. She began as a teacher. Eventually, she became a principal. Being aware of Phelps? condition as a child, she?communicated?to his teachers about his needs and helped them understand his situation whenever they complained about his behavior. Her persistent effort to educate his teachers did help him a lot.??

Debbie has also authored a book ?A Mother for All Seasons? which educates about parenting. She is also actively involved in the ADHD community. As a talented educator and leader, she has received several honors and awards.

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