This is a special episode I have recorded for the Tameside Umbrella Parent Carer Forum.

You can find more information about the Forum on Facebook. The new website is coming soon!

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Managing Overwhelm: Looking After Your Own Wellbeing as an SEN Parent

Are you a parent navigating the ups and downs of raising a child with emerging or identified Special Educational Needs (SEN)? This episode is your compassionate companion, packed with practical, non-judgemental advice to help you manage overwhelm and prioritise your own wellbeing—no matter where you are on your SEN journey.

Rebecca Woollam, paediatric nurse, health visitor, and founder of Kinder Coaching, explores why overwhelm is so common for SEN parents, how to navigate the emotional rollercoaster, and realistic ways to look after yourself. From letting go of “super parent” guilt, to building your support network, to creating micro-moments of self-care, you’ll find gentle guidance, real-life stories, and permission to put your needs back on the map.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why SEN parenting can feel so overwhelming (and why it’s not your fault)
• The emotional highs and lows—from grief and guilt to hope and pride
• How to find and accept support (even if it feels hard to ask)
• Real-world self-care tips for busy, stretched parents
• Ways to cope with isolation, comparison, and judgement
• Reflection prompts and practical strategies to help you this week

Remember: You are enough. Your wellbeing matters. And you are not alone.

📚 Useful Resources for SEN Parents

• Contact: For families with disabled children
• Scope UK
• National Autistic Society
• SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information Advice and Support Service)
• Mencap
• Mind: Self-care for parents
• NHS: Support for parents of children with SEN
• Kinder Coaching Free Resources

Explore these trusted organisations for guidance, community, and further support on your SEN parenting journey.

🤝 Let’s Connect!

Parenting is easier—and so much less lonely—when you have a supportive community around you. Join Rebecca and other parents for daily tips, honest conversations, and a safe space to share your journey:

• Follow Kinder Coaching on Facebook: Kinder Parental Coaching
• Join our free parent community: Parent Sanctuary Facebook Group
• Get daily inspiration and stories on Instagram: @kinder_coaching
• Watch relatable parenting videos on TikTok: @kinder_coaching

Let’s build each other up, celebrate the small wins, and remind ourselves: we’re in this together.

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share with another parent who might need a little extra support this week. And don’t forget to download your free resources from kindercoaching.co.uk!

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