Hi, I have 2 autistic kids, one who has therapists after much fighting, and I'm also an occupational therapist myself working with neurodivergent kids.
It can definitely all feel too much. My husband and I have started talking about how much capacity we have, 6 years in, for more therapy homework when just looking after our kids basic needs takes so much, let alone the endless SEND admin.
Sometimes it's good to pick what the priority is and pace ourselves. Otherwise it's too much for our kids and us!
This is so spot on, Faith. The basic needs take a lot and when you add it all together, oof. I like the idea of picking the priority. And we try to above all, prioritize just being together.
It's all so much Emily. Thank you for your generosity in sharing your experience.
Hi, I have 2 autistic kids, one who has therapists after much fighting, and I'm also an occupational therapist myself working with neurodivergent kids.
It can definitely all feel too much. My husband and I have started talking about how much capacity we have, 6 years in, for more therapy homework when just looking after our kids basic needs takes so much, let alone the endless SEND admin.
Sometimes it's good to pick what the priority is and pace ourselves. Otherwise it's too much for our kids and us!
This is so spot on, Faith. The basic needs take a lot and when you add it all together, oof. I like the idea of picking the priority. And we try to above all, prioritize just being together.
Love love love. And also good to reconnect again my friend.
Yay! Thank you! It is nice to be back. Trying to get back into a groove. Hugs.