If there’s one thing motherhood teaches us, it’s that nothing stays the same for long. Our children change, we  change, and the way we care for ourselves and each other must change too. Co-Care — this shared, neuroaffirming approach to self-care — isn’t a fixed system or perfect routine. It’s a living, breathing relationship between your needs and theirs. It’s never “set and forget.” Instead, it’s an ongoing conversation: “What do we need now?” “What are we soothing?” “What b

Self-care has long been described as a solo activity — something you do alone to refill your cup. That's fine when you just have to look after one cup - but when you are a mum, you have lots of cups that you are accountable for - we focus on filling those while ours stays empty. For many neurodivergent mums , the traditional self-care narrative has always felt like a bad fit. The world tells us we should make time for ourselves , but our brains are wired for care  — and once

We’ve all heard it: “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” But for many neurodivergent mums, that cup doesn’t just feel empty — it’s cracked, hidden under a pile of washing, and someone’s probably using it for glitter slime. Self-care sounds simple in theory, yet in practice it feels like another impossible task on the already-overloaded list. And there’s a reason for that — actually, several. If you live with ADHD , Autism , or both, or if you’re still discovering how your brai

living our values is essential for mental health and identity - learn how to take little steps towards a more fulfilling life while parenting a neurodivergent child.

Learn how to find yourself beyond the roles you play by embracing your values.

Losing Yourself in Motherhood — It Happens It’s not just you. So many neurodivergent mums  tell me: “I don’t know who I am anymore.” Between emotional labour, mental load, advocacy, and the day-to-day chaos, our own identity can blur until we feel more like a role than a person. That’s where values come in. They’re not just abstract ideas — they’re a lifeline back to your authentic life. A core pillar of Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), is the idea of living a congruo

You have done all of the hard work to identify where you need stronger boundaries, but the reality is you can't do it in isolation. As...

I am yet to meet a mum with zero boundaries in place. If this were the case, it would be a lot simpler in some respects as you would be...

Setting boundaries as a neurodivergent mum can feel uncomfortable — even selfish. But for many neurodivergent mums navigating the...