Explaining a Diagnosis to Family and Friends
The way you let your family and friends know about a child's diagnosis, whether it be Autism, PDA, ADHD or any kind of neurodiversity (ND), can set the tone for…
The Right Therapist for your PDA Child
So, your child has just been identified as autistic or maybe you have known for some time but have felt overwhelmed by where to start with therapies. I clearly recall…
Pathological Demand Avoidance Strategies for Keeping Demands Low
“DON”T TELL ME NEED!” T shouted at me in the middle of a recent meltdown. I had just finished saying “You need to stop hitting me”. I know that need…
Find Your Cheerleader
Parenting a special needs child is widely accepted as being more stressful than parenting a neurotypical child. Read more here. Of course every family situation differs and otherfactors can cause…
Pandemic Schooling
So many parents around the world have had to make the huge adjustment to remote learning with their children. Initially, from March through June in the USA, this meant pressing…
The right school changes everything
The decision of where to send your child to school can be hard for many parents. Do we go to the well rated school in walking distance? Do you spend…
The Lightbulb Moment
About two and a half years after T's Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis I read endless articles and books. I joined a Facebook group for mothers of autistic children and…
'Empty Road Between Trees'
A journey to Autism
Have you ever noticed how you often don’t know that you are on an important journey until you are well along the road? You can look back and see all…