School Refusal or School Can’t?
Many neurodivergent children aren’t refusing school—they simply can’t cope with the demands being placed on them. Learn the difference between school refusal and school can’t, and how to provide meaningful support.
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A Letter To Our Friends Raising Neurotypical Kids
A heartfelt letter explaining the lived reality of parenting neurodivergent children, and how friends can offer true understanding, acceptance, and support.
Autism Awareness: What Acceptance Actually Looks Like at Home
Acceptance vs. Awareness. Every April, the world turns its attention to autism. And somewhere in the middle of it all, you’re still trying to get your child’s shoes on before the school run.
Dyslexia: Intervention and Support
Understand the difference between effective interventions and support tools for dyslexia and why early intervention is important.
Unschooling and Neurodivergent Children
What is unschooling and how does it benefit neurodivergent kids? How does it fit in with the South African education system?
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.
PANS and PANDAS: What Parents Need to Know
PANS and PANDAS – learn the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options.
Medication Without Panic
How to Decide About Medication Without Panic: A Neurodiversity-Informed Guide for South African Parents
Exam Accommodations in South African Schools
A guide to exam accommodations in south africa and how to apply for them in government and private schools.
The First 30 Days After a Diagnosis
Receiving a neurodivergent diagnosis for your child can feel like the ground has shifted beneath your feet. Here’s what to expect…