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Let’s be honest: most schools weren’t exactly built with neurodivergent kids in mind. Fluorescent lights, noisy classrooms, rigid schedules, and an unwritten rule that you must sit still and make eye contact to be a “good student.” But… what if things were different?What if neurodivergent kids got to write the rules? Here’s what I imagine that magical, inclusive, gloriously chaotic school would look like: Trampoline Hallways Are MandatoryWalking is boring. B …

Let’s talk about something that gets a lot of praise… but not always for the right reasons. You know the one:"Your child is so well-behaved!”"She’s so quiet and polite.""He’s no trouble at all." And don’t get me wrong - I get why people say it. We’ve been taught that “good behaviour” is the gold standard. That sitting still, following rules, and keeping quiet is the ultimate parenting goal. That if our child is calm and compliant, we must be …

You Can’t See It, But It’s There This week is Invisible Disabilities Week, and I wanted to take a moment to shine a light on something that doesn’t always look like it needs one. Because in my family, we live with invisible disabilities every single day. Autism. ADHD. OCD. Anxiety. Depression. They are as real as any broken leg or hearing aid - but unlike a cast or a cane, you don’t always see them. And that’s exactly the problem. People often assume that because a …

Each October, Australia shines a spotlight on carers - those quiet heroes who give without asking much back. National Carers Week reminds us there are over 3 million Australians providing unpaid care. But what about the carer who also needs care? The neurodivergent parent of neurodivergent children? That’s my world. And in this week of recognition, I want to share what it’s like - messy, exhausting, heartbreaking - and also fiercely loving. The weight of dual responsibility As a neur …

Because sometimes it's not just the kids falling apart... Let’s be honest - co-regulation sounds beautiful in theory. You're calm, they're calm. You model breathing, they mirror it. You offer a soft, steady presence that helps their nervous system settle. But what happens when you’re not calm? When you’re running on two hours sleep, your brain’s firing in twelve directions, you forgot about the appointment in a hour, and your child is mid-meltdown? Welcome to the real wor …

If you've ever felt completely drained just from doing everyday things - like getting dressed, making breakfast, or answering a few emails - you might already understand The Spoon Theory... even if you didn’t know it had a name. And if you're raising a neurodivergent child or you are neurodivergent yourself, this simple metaphor might help explain why some days feel impossibly hard, even when nothing dramatic has happened. Let’s break it down - gently, honestly, and with zero judgeme …

As a neurodivergent mum of three autistic teens, I’ve spent a lot of time trying to bridge the gap between how my kids experience the world and how the world expects them to be. And somewhere along that journey, I came across the concept of the Double Empathy Problem and honestly, it helped everything make a little more sense. It gave me language for something I’d felt for years but couldn’t quite explain. So today, I want to gently unpack it with you, because it’s a conc …

What Is a Sensory Diet? (And No, It’s Not About Food!) If you’ve ever heard the term sensory diet and thought, “Great, one more thing I have to feed my kids,” you’re not alone! But trust me, this kind of diet has nothing to do with kale chips or cutting out sugar (thank goodness). A sensory diet is about feeding the nervous system, not the tummy. As a mum of three very sensory seeking and sensory avoiding neurodivergent boys, learning about sensory diets was one of …

As a mum of three neurodivergent boys, I’ve seen what a huge difference the right support can make in a school setting. One of the simplest and most powerful strategies I’ve seen work again and again? Sensory breaks. These small, structured moments during the school day allow kids, especially those with sensory processing differences and ADHD, to reset, regulate, and return to learning with a clearer head and calmer body. I’ve Seen It With My Own Kids Some of the best teachers …

“It’s So Trendy to Be Autistic Now”… Umm, No. Let’s Talk. Every now and then, I hear it. A throwaway comment, usually said with an eye-roll or a sigh:“Everyone’s autistic now.”“It’s trendy to have ADHD.”“Back in my day, there was no such thing.” And honestly? I get it. If you’re not living this life, it might look like there’s been a sudden explosion of autism and ADHD diagnoses. It might seem like everyon …