If you’re raising a neurodivergent teen, you might not feel like an “expert” in anything.
You might feel like you’re barely holding it together some days — navigating school emails, therapy waitlists, meltdowns, and late-night worry spirals.

But here’s the truth:
Every single day, you’re running an advanced course in advocacy.

Because the first week back is hard — for both of us.

The first week back at school is never easy. But when you’re parenting a neurodivergent teen, it can feel like walking a tightrope — hoping you’ve done enough, packed the right lunch, and remembered all the supports they’ll need when the overwhelm hits.

We’re feeling it this week. The nerves, the resistance, the tension in the air.