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Trying Softer: When Parenting Feels Like Too Much

Trying Softer: When Parenting Feels Like Too Much

Trying Softer: When Parenting Feels Like Too MuchSarah Middleton
Published on: 31/07/2025

When parenting feels overwhelming, maybe we don’t need to try harder— perhaps we need to try softer. This post shares a heartfelt reminder about asking for help, self-compassion, and staying connected.

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Supporting Yourself (and Your Neurodivergent Kids) Through the Winter Holidays

Supporting Yourself (and Your Neurodivergent Kids) Through the Winter Holidays

Supporting Yourself (and Your Neurodivergent Kids) Through the Winter HolidaysSarah Middleton
Published on: 06/07/2025

This post shares gentle, sensory-friendly ideas to support your nervous system and meet your family’s needs during the winter holidays. An important reminder that slowing down is okay – and sometimes exactly what we need.

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How Burnout Is Affecting Mothers of Autistic Children

How Burnout Is Affecting Mothers of Autistic Children

Published on: 05/12/2024

Mums are burning out while caring for their autistic kids—often in silence. This blog explores the emotional, systemic, and gendered load of caregiving, and why it’s time to stop blaming ourselves and lean more into support.

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