Things We Don’t Always Say Out Loud
This honest reflection explores the quiet realities many parents feel but rarely say out loud as parents of neurodivergent children.
Category: Real Stories
Personal stories from real people, experiencing life as neurodivergent or having neurodivergent family.
Perception of Neurodivergence in South Africa
How is autism perceived in South Africa? It’s a condition met with side-eyes, silence, shame, and, sometimes, supernatural explanations.
When Words Won’t Work: How Movement Helped My Son Regulate After a Hard Day
A personal story about how movement helped my son regulate during a hard day and how you can help your child regulate.
Communication Shouldn’t Be This Hard!
The hidden load of communication admin for parents of neurodivergent children is epic. Why is it so hard and what can help.
ADHD in Girls: Perfectionism, Burnout, and Late Diagnosis
Think back to your school days. Were you the girl who always did her homework, never caused trouble, and worked twice as hard as everyone else just to keep up?
Kids Who Can’t Sleep
ND sleep issues, the impact of certain medications, melatonin and strategies parents can use to help their children achieve better rest.