The Connected Parent Blog

Welcome to The Connected Parent Blog.

This is a space where I share stories from my own parenting journey—woven with the tools, insights, and gentle mindset shifts that have helped my family and the families I’ve supported over the years.

Here, you’ll find neuro-affirming, connection-focused parenting strategies—rooted in real-life experience, shaped by self-discovery, and grounded in deep compassion.

Because parenting a neurodivergent child or teen isn’t just about what we do.
It’s about who we are becoming—
as parents, yes,
but also as whole people with needs, longings, and wounds of our own.

Reparenting ourselves, healing our nervous systems, and reclaiming our identity beyond the role of “parent” are all part of this work. You’ll notice those threads throughout the blog, alongside reflections on burnout, low-demand parenting, and living in rhythm with our children and ourselves.

Please note: I write from lived experience—as a parent, an educator, and a fellow human walking this path—not as a therapist or medical professional. My words are informed by the brilliant research and advocacy of professionals in this field and the wisdom of the families I have the privilege to support.

I hope you find something here that feels like a soft place to land.
If a post resonates, I’d love to hear from you—your stories, thoughts, or even just a quiet knowing “me too.” Feel free to share what’s helpful with other parents or loved ones who may need it.

We’re in this together.

T x

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When Everything Changes

A tender look at grieving parenting expectations, change and the radical acceptance of who your neurodivergent child is becoming after burnout. There’s a question I hear often, though it’s rarely spoken aloud: “Will my child ever go back to how they were before burnout?” It’s such a tender, raw question. And underneath it is often […] Read more…

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Why ‘Be Consistent’ can be Harmful Advice for Parenting Neurodivergent Kids

If you’re parenting a neurodivergent child, chances are you’ve been told at some point that “consistency is key.” Therapists, teachers, and even well-meaning friends and family may have advised you that setting firm, consistent expectations will help your child learn, behave, and adapt. But what if I told you that this advice is not only […] Read more…

The Kinkeeping Load: Balancing Family Expectations During The Holidays While Parenting a Child in Burnout

Kinkeeping—the unseen work of holding a family together—often falls on one person. It’s the planning, the remembering, and the emotional labour that keeps family connections alive. For many parents, especially mothers, kinkeeping becomes another full-time job. Now imagine juggling this load while caring for a neurodivergent child in burnout. It’s like trying to balance an […] Read more…

Autistic Burnout Care and Recovery

Things Parents of Neurodivergent Kids in Burnout Wish Others Would Understand

Parenting a neurodivergent child or teen in burnout is one of the hardest experiences any parent can go through. Every day is filled with challenges that many outsiders struggle to comprehend. From meltdowns and shutdowns to our children’s needs for constant emotional co-regulation, as parents we often find ourselves exhausted, overwhelmed, and misunderstood. Here are […] Read more…

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The Crushing Weight of Parenting Through Autistic Burnout

Parenting a neurodivergent child or teen can be challenging, but when your child is in autistic burnout, the pressure can feel relentless. Burnout impacts the entire family, and the sheer weight of managing it all can leave parents feeling isolated, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Understanding these pressures and addressing them is crucial for your child’s recovery […] Read more…

Understanding Monotropism

Strategies For Protecting Your Autistic Child from Burnout. As a parent of an Autistic child or teen, understanding the unique ways their brain processes information can be incredibly helpful in giving them the support they need and protecting them from Autistic Burnout. One such concept is Monotropism—a term that refers to a person’s ability to […] Read more…

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