As we near the end of our special series on neurodiverse families, we're talking about a role caregivers often need to assume when raising kids who aren't neurotypical - the role of "external brainers". While it's a phase for most parents, this role can be more intensive and longer lasting when your child has ADHD, Autism, FASD, or other diagnoses that have executive functioning struggles attached to them.

Have a listen to Lori and Sheila, both parents who have and continue to walk this journey personally, and also come alongside parents in the thick of supporting their child with mental health challenges in their work with FamilySmart. If you are a parent who feels overwhelmed, confused, misunderstood, or under supported and you live in BC, Canada or access supports through CASA in Alberta, please consider reaching out to FamilySmart and see what lifelines they have to offer you. The parents who work for FamilySmart bring their lived experience, their compassion and their resources to the table so you are less alone as you navigate parenting kids with complex mental health and developmental needs. They have no waitlist, are available in every community across BC and their services are free.

If you want discounted access to my 10 Strategies for CoRegulation course, just enter the code COREG2021 before the end of 2021 and you'll receive 20% off. It'll provide you with a toolkit to help you and your child regulate intense emotions and meltdowns in ways that serve them well.

Standing in the mud with you,
Karen, Lori & Sheila