by Lucinda | Aug 21, 2025 | Autism in Children, Neurodivergence in Children
Why Eye Contact Can Feel So Hard for Neurodivergent Children Ever asked a child to “look at me when I’m talking” — and noticed them squirm, glance away, or even panic? For many neurodivergent kids, eye contact isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s overwhelming. It can feel...
by Lucinda | Aug 6, 2025 | Autism in Children, Neurodivergence in Children
Understanding PDA in Children: What Parents and Teachers Need to Know Have you ever asked a child to put on their shoes — and been met with panic, defiance, or sudden tears? It might not be about being “difficult.” It could be Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). PDA...
by Lucinda | Jul 24, 2025 | Autism in Children, Neurodivergence in Children
Supporting Neurodivergent Teens Without Smothering Them Navigating the teenage years is tricky enough. Add neurodivergence — like autism, ADHD, dyslexia or PDA — and it becomes even more nuanced. Many parents and educators want to do everything they can to help, but...
by Lucinda | Jul 10, 2025 | Autism in Children, Neurodivergence in Children
10 Traits of Neurodiverse Children A parent once told me, “My daughter notices everything. She gets stuck on little things, loves facts, and she flaps her hands when she’s overwhelmed. I think her brain just works differently.” I knew exactly what she meant. As a...
by Lucinda | Mar 15, 2025 | Autism in Children, Education
Celebrating Neurodiversity in Learning: Fun Ways to Engage Children This Week Celebrating Neurodiversity (17th–23rd March) is about recognising and valuing the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world. For children, this means creating learning...
by Lucinda | Feb 28, 2025 | Autism in Children
Recognising the Signs of an Autism Shutdown in Children Identifying an autism shutdown in children early on can make a big difference in how you respond. These moments are often difficult to detect, especially if the child is unable to articulate what they’re...
