3 Neurodiversity Affirming Parenting and Professional Development Opportunities
Are you working with or raising neurodivergent kids?
Here are a few upcoming online opportunities I’m excited about! In the first two, I’m presenting about my favorite topics: care, connection, and compassion.
The third is for those supporting siblings, shared by my friend Sonali. See details below…
They’re free, so I’d love your support in passing them on to the right people…
Creating Calm: The 5 Cs of Caring for Neurodivergent Kids
Thursday: Navigating Caregiving Struggles with Grace—A Parent’s Perspective.
This professional development workshop is designed for those who work with neurodivergent youth and are seeking practical tools to better support and communicate with their caregivers.
Through the lens of a parent’s lived experience, participants will explore the "5 Cs" framework—a compassionate approach to caregiving that fosters connection, clarity, and calm. Open to educators, therapists, social workers, and other stakeholders invested in the well-being of neurodivergent children and their families. It’s this Thursday via Zoom, 10 am - 12 EDT, presented by Extreme Kids & Crew and the Center for All Abilities.
Let’s Talk About Self-Compassion: The Secret Sauce to Better Parenting
Wednesday, May 21st, 12:15 - 1:15pm EDT.
Join us for a refreshing live webinar on how self-compassion can transform your parenting. Discover simple, mindful strategies to reduce stress, build connection, and show up for your kids with more patience and presence. Presented by Speak, Learn & Play as part of their “Let's Talk About” series.
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The Siblings Summit
May 5-9 with Sonali Vongchusiri and Dajana Yoakley.
Expert secrets on showing up for your children with calm and support. Registration for the Siblings Summit is free (affiliate link) and will give you full access to all sessions and materials during the week of the summit. My friend Sonali is a highly-sensitive mom, with three deeply-feeling and strong-willed kids.