Parenting Neurodivergent

Parenting is never one-size-fits-all — and when you’re raising a neurodivergent child, the “standard” parenting advice can feel like it was written for someone else entirely. You’re not just learning how to be a parent — you’re learning a whole new language of connection, regulation, advocacy, and grace.

This category was born out of that reality.

As a parent in a neurodiverse household, I’ve come to understand that some days feel like breakthroughs, and others feel like unraveling a knot with no end. I’ve sat through evaluations, rewritten routines, celebrated small wins like they were gold medals, and redefined what success looks like — both for our children and for myself.

Through future posts, I’ll be sharing reflections on what it means to show up for your child when the world isn’t always built with their needs in mind. I’ll talk about what we’ve learned in our own home — what’s helped, what hasn’t, and what we’re still figuring out. You’ll find stories about navigating school systems, advocating in healthcare settings, and managing the day-to-day realities that aren’t always visible from the outside.

This space isn’t about labeling kids or fitting them into boxes. It’s about honoring their differences, understanding their needs, and parenting from a place of deep empathy and curiosity. It’s about accepting that this road can be challenging, beautiful, frustrating, and full of joy — sometimes all in the same day.

If you’re raising a neurodivergent child, I hope you find recognition and reassurance here. And if you’re someone trying to better understand the journey, welcome. The more we listen, the more connected we become — and the better we show up for the kids who need us most.