PDA Parenting Blog
Insights, stories, strategies, and honest reflections from parenting with PDA, autism, EBSA, and neurodivergence. Start with recent writing — or dig into the full archives below.
Blog Archives
Explore some of our earlier posts:
Our Easter Adventure at London Zoo
A SEND-Friendly Day Out That Felt Truly Inclusive We were generously gifted a visit to London Zoo’s Easter event, and what unfolded was more than just a day out – it was a long-awaited moment of connection, learning and joy. For our neurodivergent family, planning accessible family activities in London can be complex. The noise,…
Free Autism Awareness Conference in Nuneaton: Register Now!
A workshop at the Together with Autism Conference in Nuneaton next week invites local residents to engage with talks and activities on autism, organized by Act for Autism. The free event offers workshops, information stalls, and refreshments. Participants can choose sessions, including one focused on supporting children with extreme anxiety.
Upcoming SEND Law Webinar: Expert Insights from Eleanor Dyde
The recent PDA Parenting webinar was a success, with positive feedback and high attendance. Collaborators shared valuable insights, leading to plans for a repeat session due to demand. Next month’s webinar will focus on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities law, featuring expert Eleanor Dyde, who will provide essential information and a Q&A session.
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Black Rainbow – cover reveal
Yesterday, Jodie Isitt (author of Autism With Lola) and I were due to go live to talk about the details of an exciting project we have been working on, but due to unforeseen difficulties…
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Black Rainbow – NEW BOOK
This has been quite a long time coming, to say the least, but this week I will finally be able to announce details about a new book that I have been working on. This…
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Publication Day: I’m Not Upside Down, I’m Downside Up
It is with great excitement that Thursday 21st April was our official publication day and it has dawned on me that I’ve not put that information readily accessible on this page. So as some…
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SEND Tips for Parents at Christmas
What tips would you give to other parents to help them survive over Christmas? I know personally that we have had many difficult experiences in the past as it leads up to the festive…
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The Amazing Autistic Brain Cards
I had to wait my time for an opportunity to try this resource and to see if could be effective for my children – but the wait was certainly worth it. The Amazing Autistic…
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Being Julia – Book Review
I have just finished reading Being Julia and I feel very honoured to be able to review such an insightful resource; a book that I will be returning to time and time again. I…
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Being the Goldfish
🌟Explaining the anxiety block🌟 Last week I had prepared for a weekend away with my children and some of our closest friends. It was going to be fun and full of treats. And yet…
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Multiplex Social Care Plan
I wonder what percentage of professionals are fully aware that there can often be genetical links for autism (and/or related issues with neurodivergent conditions) in families? It is a serious question and one that…
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PDA for the Professional
There are no ways to sugar coat this message. If you are a professional about to conduct a visit or assessment on a child or young person with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) then please…
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